As a result of biotechnology becoming a highly controversial area, non-technical people, such as lobbyists and public relations people, have had to quickly become conversant about a topic that is highly technical. This glossary aims to provide concise definitions of terms for readers unfamiliar to the area and for persons familiar with biotechnology to learn how the terms are currently being used. The Glossary of Biotechnology Terms is a handy reference for those with little or no training in the biological and chemical sciences because it has been written in non-technical language, and serves to bring the reader up to date on biotechnical terminology so as to communicate effectively.
In recent years, there have been considerable interests about the potential impact of biotechnology on various biotic and abiotic stress conditions in plants. Plant stresses contribute the most limiting factors for crop productivity worldwide. Collection of in depth reviews contributed by experts in the field of plant stress and molecular physiology, this book focuses on the possible roles of biotechnology in tackling plant stresses as affected by such factors associated with accelerated ageing, drought, extreme high-temperatures, heavy metals, high irradiance, salinity, water deficit and infections ...
Brings together up-to-date information on all key aspects of plant and animal cell technology in a single resource. * Covers scientific, historical, and ethical aspects of biotechnology. * Synthesizes a wealth of information in a valuable one-stop resource.
Aquaculture and Fisheries Biotechnology: Genetic Approaches
The genetic improvement of fish for aquaculture and related fisheries is a field of research that has seen immense advances in recent years. Yet there is no book which provides an accessible overview of the subject. This book aims to fill this gap and will be suitable for advanced students and researchers in animal genetics, fish biology and aquaculture.
