Thoroughly updated with practical information on the latest developments in the biotechnology field, this popular text provides the tools, practice, and basic knowledge for success in the biotech workforce. With its balanced coverageof basic cell and molecular biology, fundamental techniques, historical accounts, and hands-on applications, the Second Edition emphasizes the relevance ofbiotechnology in agriculture, medicine, and industry. Special sections on ethical and environmental issues in biotechnology, career profiles, and research "tools" are also highlighted in the book. The Second Edition features a thoroughly revised chapter on ethics. INDICE: 1. The Biotechnology Century and Its Workforce 2. An Introduction to Genes and Genomes 3. Recombinant DNA Technology and Genomics 4. Proteins asProducts 5. Microbial Biotechnology 6. Plant Biotechnology 7. Animal Biotechnology 8. DNA Fingerprinting and Forensic Analysis 9. Bioremediation 10. Aquatic Biotechnology 11. Medical Biotechnology 12. Biotechnology Regulations 13. Ethics and Biotechnology Appendix I: Answers to Questions Appendix II: The 20 Amino Acids of Proteins Glossary Index.
- ISBN: 978-0-321-58903-3
- Editorial: Addison-Wesley
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 408
- Fecha Publicación: 01/01/2009
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés