9780521449113

Biotechnology

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ISBN13: 9780521449113

Paperback|9780521449113


Overview

Biotechnology concerns the practical application of organisms or their components. Historically, biotechnology was an art, involved in the production of wines, beers and cheeses. Nowadays it involves a series of advanced technologies spanning biology, chemistry, and process engineering. In recent years innovations involving genetic engineering have had a major impact on biotechnology. Its applications are diverse, including the production of new drugs, transgenic organisms and biological fuels, gene therapy and clearing up pollution. John Smith, writing in a readily accessible way, describes the history, techniques and applications of biotechnology as well as discussing the ethical issues raised by this modern science. The third edition of this successful book has nearly doubled in size to take account of recent advances. It is important reading for anyone, from school onwards, interested in this field.

ISBN-13

9780521449113

ISBN-10

0521449111

Weight

0.98 Pounds

Dimensions

6.02 x 0.59 x 9.02 In

List Price

$25.99

Edition

3rd Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

252 pages

Publisher

Cambridge University Press

Published On

1996-03-21



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