It provides the tools for success in molecular and cellular biology research today (less)

One of the notable features of the book is that the articles included herein have been contributed by globally reputed scientists who were responsible for collection of original data from their own long-term research in India and/or abroad (less)

Novices and professionals both will find much in this dictionary that will be of great benefit to them (less)

Wine Production by Microorganisms, Antibiotics, The Propagation of Yeast, and Fermentation. These parts are further divided into chapters that deal with almost all important dimensions of the subject in detail (less)

In last few decades, the powerful tools of biotechnology have revolutionised agriculture, medicine, and environmental protection. Recent advances in understanding, preventing and treating diseases such as cystic fibrosis, cancer and Alzheimer's were made possible by long-term investments in fundamental biomedical and biotechnology research.

In addition to better health, biotechnology has provided more flavourful and nutritious foods produced with less reliance on pesticides and herbicides (less)

Accordingly, the study of biotechnology is significant and its scope is vast as new techniques are being evolved frequently. The present book Introduction to Biotechnology is an ideal book for the students interested in pursuing a career in biotechnology.

With the balanced coverage of basic molecular biology, historical developments and contemporary applications, the book describes in detail the processes and methods used to manipulate living organisms or the substances and products from these organisms for medical, agricultural and industrial purposes. It acquaints the readers with genetic engineering, bioinformatics, animal and plant biotechnology, environmental biotechnology, bioethics and biosafety.

In addition, the book provides a glossary of terms and select bibliography which facilitate easy understanding and further reference (less)

Special sections on ethical issues in biotechnology, career profiles, and research "tools" are also highlighted in the book (less)

/B.Tech Ist year students of various engineering colleges situated in Haryana.

and is written according to the new syllabus. Covers all topics related to biotechnology in a simple.

Ideal for an introductory course in biotechnology (less)

This book has at its core an explanation of the basic principles underlying this field. They have been dealt with in a manner so lucid and simple that even a non-biologist would feel completely at home with these concepts.

Terms such as GMO, gene therapy, genetic engineering, stem cells, clones, transgenic, DNA fingerprinting, designer animals, patents, nanotechnology, super bugs and fermentation, have been explained in a simple manner (less)

It deals with a wide range of topics including biodiversity of lignocellulose degrading microorganisms and their enzymes, molecular biology of biodegradation of lignin, characterization of lignocellulolytic enzymes, bioconversion of plant biomass to produce enzymes, animal feed, bioethanol and industrial applications of lignocellulolytic enzymes. The chapters dealing with industrial applications also address current biotechnological approaches in lignocellulose bioconversion to value added products (less)

It describes the biotechnology tools to fight major global health concerns such as Ebola fever, the human immunodeficiency virus, the SARS virus and the Avian flu virus, as well as regulatory concerns and public perceptions. Professor Sasson also provides a state of the art analysis of the progress of selected developing countries in fostering their own bio-industries.

He examines some of the most controversial areas of medical biotechnology, including issues such as stem cell research and gene therapy and some of the ethical issues they raise (less)