Biotechnology (Paperback, 4 Rev ed)

Preface; 1. The nature of biotechnology; 2. Substrates for biotechnology; 3. Genetics and biotechnology; 4. Bioprocess/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 agricultural 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.