Applied Biotechnology PDF

Applied Biotechnology Dr Perugu Shyam  Applied biotechnology is a branch of biotechnology that focuses on using biological systems, organisms, or derivatives to develop or create products and technologies that improve human life and the environment. This field encompasses various app...

Applied Biotechnology Dr Perugu Shyam  Applied biotechnology is a branch of biotechnology that focuses on using biological systems, organisms, or derivatives to develop or create products and technologies that improve human life and the environment. This field encompasses various applications, including: Medical Biotechnology: Development of drugs, vaccines, and diagnostic tools. It includes gene therapy, monoclonal antibodies, and personalized medicine. Agricultural Biotechnology: Enhancement of crops and livestock through genetic engineering, developing pest-resistant plants, and improving nutritional content. Industrial Biotechnology: Use of enzymes and microorganisms in manufacturing processes, such as biofuels, biodegradable plastics, and bioremediation techniques. Environmental Biotechnology: Applications aimed at environmental protection, such as waste treatment, pollution control, and sustainable development practices. Food Biotechnology: Improvement of food production and safety through fermentation, probiotics, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs).  Food Industry: Fermentation: Production of food products like yogurt, cheese, and beer through microbial fermentation. Food Safety: Techniques like DNA barcoding for identifying food species and detecting pathogens. Industrial Biotechnology: Bioprocessing: Use of enzymes and microorganisms in the production of chemicals, biofuels, and biodegradable plastics. Biocatalysis: Using biological catalysts to enhance the efficiency of chemical processes. Synthetic Biology: Designing and constructing new biological parts, devices, and systems for various applications, including bio-based production of materials and energy. Bioinformatics: Use of computational tools to manage and analyze biological data, playing a crucial role in genomics and personalized medicine.