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Author / Creator:Smith, John E. (John Edward), 1932-
Imprint:London : E. Arnold, c1981.
Description:73 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Language:English
Series:Institute of Biology's studies in biology, 0537-9024 ; no. 136
Institute of Biology's studies in biology no. 136
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Format: Print Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/744234
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ISBN:0713128356 (pbk.)
Notes:Includes index.
Bibliography: p. [75]
Table of Contents:
  • Preface
  • 1. The nature of biotechnology
  • 2. Substrates for biotechnology
  • 3. Genetics and biotechnology
  • 4. Bioprocess and fermentation technology
  • 5. Enzyme technology
  • 6. Biological fuel generation
  • 7. Single cell protein (SCP)
  • 8. Biotechnology and medicine
  • 9. Environmental biotechnology
  • 10. Biotechnology in the agro and forestry industries
  • 11. Food and beverage biotechnology
  • 12. Protection of biotechnological inventions
  • 13. Safety in biotechnology
  • 14. Public perception of biotechnology: genetic engineering safety, social, moral and ethical considerations
  • 15. Looking to the future
  • Glossary
  • Further reading
  • Index