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Textbook of Biotechnology

by S.C. Bhatia
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9789372267877
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: Bio-Science and Agriculture
  • Publisher: Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd
  • Publisher Imprint: Atlantic
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 448
  • Original Price: INR 595.0
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 490 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Biotechnology, Biotechnology, and Food Science / Chemistry & Biotechnology

Textbook of Biotechnology provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of biotechnology, offering both theoretical and practical insights. It explores biotechnology's applications in medicine, agriculture, food processing and biotransformation, while also addressing critical issues such as quality assurance, safety, ethics and patenting. Designed for undergraduate students in biotechnology, applied microbiology, biochemistry and biochemical engineering, this book covers a wide range of topics in the field, aligned with the syllabus prescribed by various Indian universities. Key chapters include genetics and biotechnology, fermentation technology, enzyme production, biological fuel generation, and environmental biotechnology. With detailed, up-to-date information, this textbook is an essential resource for students, educators, and researchers in the biotechnology industry. Prepared with meticulous care, it aims to be a reliable, error-free guide to the dynamic, ever-evolving field of biotechnology.

S. C. Bhatia, a Chemical Engineer from BITS, Pilani, with an MBA, is a consultant specialising in environmental and pollution control, energy conservation and polymer sciences. With extensive experience in petrochemical plants, his expertise spans production planning, maintenance and quality control. An accomplished author, he has written several books on topics ranging from chemical process industries and polymer technology to perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics. His notable works include Managing Industrial Pollution, Handbook of Industrial Chemistry and Perfumes, Soaps, Detergents & Cosmetics. He has also published numerous papers in reputable chemical journals, contributing significantly to the fields of air and water pollution, energy conservation and biosciences.

  • Preface ...... iii-v
  • 1. An Introduction to Biotechnology .... 1-17
  • 2. Substrates for Biotechnology ....... 18-26
  • 3. Genetics and Biotechnology ...... 27-42
  • 4. Fermentation Technology and Industrial Microbiology ...... 43-71
  • 5. Downstream Processing in Biotechnology ..... 72-98
  • 6. Production of Enzymes .... 99-116
  • 7. Biological Fuel Generation .......117-131
  • 8. Single Cell Protein and Recombinant Proteins of High Value....132-181
  • 9. Biotechnology and Medicine .....182-195
  • 10. Biotechnology in the Agricultural and Forestry Industries ......196-235
  • 11. Biotechnology of Animals .....236-259
  • 12. Food and Beverage Biotechnology .......260-280
  • 13. Biotransformations.......281-315
  • 14. Quality Assurance and Quality Control .......316-327
  • 15. Safety and Ethics in Biotechnology ......328-337
  • 16. Patenting in Biotechnology .......338-355
  • 17. Environmental Biotechnolgy......356-413
  • Glossary ..........415-421
  • References ........423-424
  • Index .......425-429

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