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This second edition presents the latest developments in biotechnology, the applied science of utilizing living organisms and their by-products for commercial purposes. The field has expanded significantly, attracting professionals across various life sciences, including genetics, immunology, biochemistry, agronomy, and animal science. The book offers an engaging overview suitable for both professionals and students, as well as lay readers seeking an informative introduction to biotechnology. Authors Renneberg and Demain explore the opportunities and risks associated with individual technologies, presenting historical data in easy-to-reference boxes that highlight key topics. Major aspects covered include food biotechnology, enzymes, genetic engineering, viruses, antibodies, vaccines, environmental biotechnology, transgenic animals, analytical biotechnology, and the human genome. This user-friendly resource is designed to be accessible to those without extensive scientific backgrounds. It features contributions from respected scientists, a summary, annotated references, useful web links, and review questions at the end of each chapter. The book is richly illustrated with over 600 color figures and more than 100 illustrations, written in an enthusiastic style that sets it apart from other theoretical texts in the field.

Targeted at students and educators in various scientific fields, this manual provides an accessible introduction to biological analysis methods and their applications. With a focus on clarity and visual presentation, it serves as a valuable resource for medical technologists, lab technicians, and teachers of biology and chemistry, as well as readers interested in biotechnology. Its design is modeled after the successful "Biotechnology for Beginners," ensuring it meets the needs of its audience effectively.

Written for: Libraries and scientists in biomedicine, biotechnology, biochemical/chemical engineering and applied microbiology, university institutes, research groups in industry