This book covers all of the fundamental principles of the modern topics and has been presented in a very simple manner for self-study and provides comprehensive coverage of the standard topics.
Explains why biotechnology is a relevant and volatile issues.
Development of transgenic animals is predicted to continue as well. Researchers are experimenting with transgenic insects, engineered, for example, to be unable to reproduce or to pass on diseases, as a form of pest control.
An illustrated dictionary defining the most relevant and frequently used terms in the field of biotechnology and genetic engineering.
Provides background on the controversial technologies and the social, political, ethical, and legal issues they raise; offers a guide to further research; and includes material on biotechnology as a business, stem cells, and bioterrorism.
Biotechnology And Genetic Engineering
Provides a history of biotechnology and genetic engineering, biographies of important figures in the field, an annotated bibliography and an index for the researcher's use.