Biotechnology and genetic engineering are the key technologies of the 21st century. They allow the findings in cell biology and genetics, biochemistry and microbiology, biochemical engineering and bioinformatics to be applied to health care, agriculture, food production, environmental protection and alternative production methods for chemicals.

This pocket guide provides a broad overview of the relevant facts on products, methods and applications, while discussing the opportunities and risks of these new technologies as well as ethical, economic and safety considerations. The whole is backed by instructive yet attractive color illustrations and an excellent didactic approach throughout.

A perfect introduction to the field - for professionals and students alike.

Contents

• Historical Survey
• Food Biotechnology
• Antibiotics
• Specialties
• Enzymes
• Backers' yeast and Single Cell Technologies
• Biotechnology and Environmental Processes
• Medical Biotechnology
• Agricultural Biotechnology
• Microbiological Fundamentals
• Bioengineering Fundamentals
• Fundamentals of Molecular Genetics
• Recent Trends
• Safety, ethics, Economic Issues