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What is the primary purpose of expressing the Bt toxin gene in plants?
What is the primary purpose of expressing the Bt toxin gene in plants?
Which type of organisms does RNA interference (RNAi) occur in?
Which type of organisms does RNA interference (RNAi) occur in?
What is the role of the C peptide in insulin synthesis?
What is the role of the C peptide in insulin synthesis?
What challenge was faced during the recombinant DNA production of insulin?
What challenge was faced during the recombinant DNA production of insulin?
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Which of the following insects are targeted by proteins produced by certain strains of Bacillus thuringiensis?
Which of the following insects are targeted by proteins produced by certain strains of Bacillus thuringiensis?
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What impact has recombinant DNA technology had on the healthcare industry?
What impact has recombinant DNA technology had on the healthcare industry?
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What are the two short polypeptide chains that make up insulin called?
What are the two short polypeptide chains that make up insulin called?
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What is the function of the protein crystals formed by Bacillus thuringiensis?
What is the function of the protein crystals formed by Bacillus thuringiensis?
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What distinguishes modern biotechnology from traditional biotechnology?
What distinguishes modern biotechnology from traditional biotechnology?
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Which of the following is an application of biotechnology?
Which of the following is an application of biotechnology?
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What are genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?
What are genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?
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One benefit of using genetically modified crops is:
One benefit of using genetically modified crops is:
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What is one advantage of genetic modification in agriculture?
What is one advantage of genetic modification in agriculture?
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Which of the following describes the effect of Bt toxin in biotechnology?
Which of the following describes the effect of Bt toxin in biotechnology?
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The term 'bioremediation' refers to:
The term 'bioremediation' refers to:
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Which statement about genetic modification is TRUE?
Which statement about genetic modification is TRUE?
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What is the main reason that a clone with a mutated gene will not appear on photographic film?
What is the main reason that a clone with a mutated gene will not appear on photographic film?
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What principle does ELISA primarily rely upon?
What principle does ELISA primarily rely upon?
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Which of the following diseases is mentioned as being researched with CRISPR technology?
Which of the following diseases is mentioned as being researched with CRISPR technology?
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What is a defining characteristic of transgenic animals?
What is a defining characteristic of transgenic animals?
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What is the primary application of creating transgenic animals?
What is the primary application of creating transgenic animals?
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How do bacterial CRISPR arrays function when faced with a viral threat?
How do bacterial CRISPR arrays function when faced with a viral threat?
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Which of the following is NOT a utility of transgenic animals?
Which of the following is NOT a utility of transgenic animals?
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What role does CRISPR-Cas9 play in genome editing?
What role does CRISPR-Cas9 play in genome editing?
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What is the primary goal of gene therapy?
What is the primary goal of gene therapy?
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How does the gene therapy for ADA deficiency work?
How does the gene therapy for ADA deficiency work?
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What is a limitation of conventional diagnostic methods mentioned?
What is a limitation of conventional diagnostic methods mentioned?
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Which molecular technique is specifically highlighted for diagnosing HIV?
Which molecular technique is specifically highlighted for diagnosing HIV?
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What is the benefit of using PCR in molecular diagnostics?
What is the benefit of using PCR in molecular diagnostics?
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What type of gene is delivered in the gene therapy for curing ADA deficiency?
What type of gene is delivered in the gene therapy for curing ADA deficiency?
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Why is early diagnosis important for effective treatment?
Why is early diagnosis important for effective treatment?
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What role does the radioactive probe play in molecular diagnostics?
What role does the radioactive probe play in molecular diagnostics?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)?
What is the primary responsibility of the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)?
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Who chairs the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)?
Who chairs the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)?
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Which of the following programs is specifically related to crop improvement in biotechnology?
Which of the following programs is specifically related to crop improvement in biotechnology?
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What overarching goal does biotechnology aim to address according to the conclusion?
What overarching goal does biotechnology aim to address according to the conclusion?
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Which human disease does the transgenic model NOT currently exist for?
Which human disease does the transgenic model NOT currently exist for?
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What role does the Society of Biotechnology of India (SBPI) play in modern biotechnology according to the content?
What role does the Society of Biotechnology of India (SBPI) play in modern biotechnology according to the content?
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What was the first transgenic animal to produce human protein-enriched milk?
What was the first transgenic animal to produce human protein-enriched milk?
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What is a primary goal of the Department of Biotechnology in India?
What is a primary goal of the Department of Biotechnology in India?
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Transgenic mice are being developed primarily for safety testing of which of the following?
Transgenic mice are being developed primarily for safety testing of which of the following?
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What is the purpose of creating transgenic animals that are sensitive to toxic substances?
What is the purpose of creating transgenic animals that are sensitive to toxic substances?
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The human protein α-1-antitrypsin is used to treat which condition?
The human protein α-1-antitrypsin is used to treat which condition?
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What does the Ministry of Science and Technology manage in relation to biotechnology programs in India?
What does the Ministry of Science and Technology manage in relation to biotechnology programs in India?
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Which enzyme was introduced into transgenic cows to enhance the nutritional quality of milk for human consumption?
Which enzyme was introduced into transgenic cows to enhance the nutritional quality of milk for human consumption?
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Study Notes
Biotechnology and its Applications
- Biotechnology utilizes biological systems, organisms, or parts thereof to create products.
- Traditional examples include brewing and baking, utilizing living organisms in their natural form.
- Modern biotechnology often involves modifying biological systems.
- Genetic engineering, developed in the 1970s, enabled rapid advancements in biotechnology.
- Biotechnology significantly contributes to industrial production of biopharmaceuticals using genetically modified organisms(GMOs).
- Applications include therapeutics, diagnostics, genetically modified crops, processed food, bioremediation, waste treatment, and energy production.
Agriculture
- Genetically modified crops offer an alternative to conventional farming, potentially maximizing yields while minimizing fertilizer and chemical use.
- GMOs help crops tolerate abiotic stresses such as cold, drought, salt, and heat, and are pest resistant.
- GMOs improve crop efficiency for mineral usage, thus preventing early soil exhaustion.
- Enhanced nutritional value in foods, such as Vitamin A-enriched golden rice, is another benefit.
- Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) toxin, a natural insecticide, is a biopesticide used in modified crops like Bt cotton, Bt corn, and others.
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
- GMOs involve altering the genes of plants, bacteria, fungi, or animals to achieve specific traits.
- GMOs may tolerate various abiotic stresses (cold, drought, salt), be pest-resistant, improve mineral use, and enhance nutritional value.
- Examples include pest-resistant Bt crops (cotton, corn, rice, tomato, potatoes).
- Golden rice, enriched with Vitamin A, is an example of improved nutritional value.
Pest-resistant Plants
- Nematodes, like Meloidogyne incognita, are parasites negatively affecting plant yields.
- RNA interference (RNAi) is a method to silence specific mRNA, preventing translation and potentially controlling nematode infestation.
Medicine
- Recombinant DNA technology significantly impacted healthcare, enabling large-scale production of safer, effective therapeutic drugs.
- These recombinant therapeutics avoid the immune responses associated with products from non-human sources.
- Insulin production is a key example.
Gene Therapy
- Gene therapy is a process to correct genetic defects by inserting normal genes into cells/tissues.
- It aims to correct genetic diseases in embryos/children.
- Disease-causing gene faults are corrected by introducing normal genes in the cells/tissue, using various methods.
Curing Adenosine Deaminase (ADA) Deficiency
- ADA is critical for the immune system; its deficiency leads to a deficiency in immune response.
- Gene therapy can cure ADA deficiency by introducing functional ADA cDNA into lymphocytes.
- This involves culturing lymphocytes outside the body, introducing the correct gene, and returning modified cells to the patient.
- Early embryonic cell ADA introduction may lead to permanent cure.
Molecular Diagnosis
- Early diagnosis with accurate understanding of disease pathology is crucial for effective treatment.
- Techniques like PCR and ELISA help detect pathogens or genetic abnormalities at low concentrations.
- PCR detects HIV in suspected AIDS patients and genetic mutations in cancer patients.
- ELISA detects pathogens by detecting antigens/antibodies.
CRISPR Technology
- CRISPR is a genome editing tool that easily modifies DNA sequences.
- CRISPR-Cas9 was adapted from bacteria to edit genomes.
- Researchers utilize CRISPR to target specific genes for manipulation.
Transgenic Animals
- Transgenic animals have foreign genes introduced and expressed.
- Transgenic animals are valuable models for studying human diseases and developing new therapies.
- Transgenic animals can be used for studying the biological role of proteins.
Normal Physiology and Development
- Transgenic animals are used to study gene function during development.
- They help understand factors of growth.
- This involves introducing genes from an alternative source to alter growth formation.
Study of Diseases
- Transgenic animals model human diseases, enabling investigations of new treatments.
- They help understand how genes contribute to the development of different diseases.
- Researchers utilize these for studying cancer, cystic fibrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and other diseases.
Biological Products
- Transgenic animals are used for producing valuable biological products.
- They produce human proteins, addressing production limitations and high cost of treatment.
- This is demonstrated in transgenic cows producing human protein milk.
Vaccine Safety Testing
- Transgenic mice are efficient for safety testing vaccines prior to human trials.
- Testing uses transgenic animals that have greater sensitivity to toxic substances.
Chemical Safety Testing
- Transgenic animals are tested for harmful chemicals to understand toxicity and reaction with different chemicals in the body.
- Animal models are used for testing safety and toxicity of other chemicals.
Biotechnology in India
- The Department of Biotechnology manages most biotechnology programs in India.
- This organization functions under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
- Focuses on implementing biosafety guidelines, creating efficient information networks, and addressing concerns about genetically modified organisms in research.
- The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) is involved in appraising activities regarding hazardous microorganisms and recombinants in industrial/research contexts.
Conclusion
- Biotechnology effectively addresses global development challenges like food and water security, which may negatively impact national development and peace.
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Test your knowledge on the applications and impacts of biotechnology, particularly in genetic modification and recombinant DNA technology. This quiz covers topics such as Bt toxin, insulin synthesis, and the role of GMOs in agriculture and healthcare.
