
Biotechnology
Applying the Genetic Revolution
by David P. Clark, Nanette J. Pazdernik
2nd Edition
Publisher: Academic Cell
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780123850157 |
| eText ISBN | 9780123850157 |
| Publisher | Academic Cell |
| Publishing Year | 2015 |
| Edition | 2nd Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 850 |
Biotechnology: Applying the Genetic Revolution, 2nd Edition, introduces the molecular foundations of biotechnology through the principles of biochemical genetics and physiology. The textbook explains complex scientific mechanisms with clear and accessible language, introducing foundational concepts before exploring their specific practical applications.
The presentation centers on major nucleic acid mechanisms, cellular processes, and applied technological advances. Broad subject areas span molecular genetics, genomic analysis, and specialized fields such as environmental biotechnology and bioethics.
Richly illustrated throughout, the text connects textbook concepts to current scientific practice through primary research articles hosted on an accompanying website. These selected papers demonstrate how foundational classroom knowledge links directly to ongoing research investigations.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Basics of Biotechnology
Chapter 2: DNA, RNA, and Protein
Chapter 3: Recombinant DNA Technology
Chapter 4: DNA Synthesis In Vivo and In Vitro
Chapter 5: RNA-Based Technologies
Chapter 6: Immune Technology
Chapter 7: Nanobiotechnology
Chapter 8: Genomics and Gene Expression
Chapter 9: Proteomics
Chapter 10: Recombinant Proteins
Chapter 11: Protein Engineering
Chapter 12: Environmental Biotechnology
Chapter 13: Synthetic Biology
Chapter 14: From Cell Phones to Cyborgs
Chapter 15: Transgenic Plants and Plant Biotechnology
Chapter 16: Transgenic Animals
Chapter 17: Inherited Defects and Gene Therapy
Chapter 18: Cloning and Stem Cells
Chapter 19: Cancer
Chapter 20: Aging and Apoptosis
Chapter 21: Viral and Prion Infections
Chapter 22: Biological Warfare: Infectious Disease and Bioterrorism
Chapter 23: Forensic Molecular Biology
Chapter 24: Bioethics in Biotechnology
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