Biotechnology
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Biotechnology

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Biotechnology

About this book

Biotechnology is the major technology of the 21st century, yet few people realise how much it impacts on many aspects of human society. The defining aim of this new fifth edition is to re-establish the correct understanding of the term biotechnology. Using the straightforward style that made the previous editions of his textbook so popular, John Smith once again helps students with the deciphering and use of biological knowledge. He explains the historical developments in biotechnology and the range of activities from brewing beer, the treatment of sewage and other wastes, and the creation of biofuels. He also discusses the innovations in molecular biology, genomics and proteomics, systems biology and their impact on new biotechnology. In this edition John Smith also re-examines the ethics and morality of aspects of biotechnology and puts new emphasis on stem cells and regenerative medicine and micro RNA.

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Information

Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Year
2009
Print ISBN
9780521711937
eBook ISBN
9780511460708
Edition
5
Topic
Medicine
Subtopic
Biotechnology in Medicine

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half-title
  3. Title
  4. Copyright
  5. Dedication
  6. Contents
  7. Preface
  8. Chapter 1 The nature of biotechnology
  9. Chapter 2 Biomass: a biotechnology substrate?
  10. Chapter 3 Genetics and biotechnology
  11. Chapter 4 Bioprocess/fermentation technology
  12. Chapter 5 Enzyme technology
  13. Chapter 6 Biological fuel generation
  14. Chapter 7 Environmental biotechnology
  15. Chapter 8 Plant and forest biotechnology
  16. Chapter 9 Animal and insect biotechnology
  17. Chapter 10 Food and beverage biotechnology
  18. Chapter 11 Biotechnology and medicine
  19. Chapter 12 Stem cell biotechnology
  20. Chapter 13 Protection of biotechnological inventions
  21. Chapter 14 Safety in biotechnology
  22. Chapter 15 Public perception of biotechnology: genetic engineering – safety, social, moral and ethical considerations
  23. Chapter 16 Looking to the future
  24. Glossary
  25. Further reading
  26. Index