Molecular Biotechnology: Principles and Applications of Recombinant DNA

Glick, B. R. and Pasternak, J. J.

ISBN 10: 1555810950 / ISBN 13: 9781555810955

Published by ASM Press, 1994

About this Item

This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Re-bound by library. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1750grams, ISBN:1555810950.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Molecular Biotechnology: Principles and Applications of Recombinant DNA
• Publisher: ASM Press
• Publication Date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1555810950
• ISBN 13: 9781555810955
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Poor
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biology

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Synopsis

This textbook covers both the scientific principles and industrial applications of recombinant DNA technology. Molecular biotechnology is a discipline that uses recombinant DNA technology for the development of commercial products. It explains the principles of recombinant DNA technology, as well as other important ancillary techniques such as DNA sequencing, the polymerase chain reaction, and the production of monoclonal antibodies. The text describes the experimental approaches for each area of molecular biotechnology, and provides an understanding of what the studies entail, how they are being carried out, why they are important, and, where important, the social aspects of molecular biotechnology.

From the Back Cover

Completely revised and updated, the second edition of this very popular textbook covers both the underlying scientific principles and the wide–ranging industrial, agricultural, pharmaceutical and biomedical applications of recombinant DNA technology. The new edition includes expanded coverage of the types of organisms and cells used in molecular biotechnology; DNA, RNA and protein synthesis; the methodology and applications of genetic engineering of plants; microbial production of therapeutic agents; and human molecular genetics and gene therapy. Updated chapters reflect the most recent developments in biotechnology and the issues surrounding it – such as cloning, gene therapy, and the patenting and release of genetically modified organisms.