Encyclopedia of Biotechnology in Agriculture and Food (Print)

ISBN-13: 9780849350276 / Angielski / Twarda / 2010 / 784 str.

Dennis R. Heldman

Opis

Focusing on the science and applications of molecular biology to agriculture and foods, this title describes the tools for use in the production of raw agricultural materials and the manufacturing of food products.

Recenzje

… authoritative essays from the biotechnological realm and frontier. … The articles are good choices and are superbly written and displayed in alphabetical order. … Summing Up: Highly recommended.
—CHOICE, January 2011

Spis treści

PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY. Herbicide Tolerance. Pest Resistance. Drought Resistance. Detection of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs). Host-Plant Resistant Crops. Biosafety Applications and Considerations. ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY. Cloning Animals. Transgenic Animals. Breeding and Genetics. Biosafety Considerations. Embryo Transfer. Regulatory Issues. FOOD BIOTECHNOLOGY. Quality Enhancement. Monitoring Methods. Labeling. Functional Foods. Biosensors. Consumer Acceptance.

O autorze

Heldman, Dennis R.; Hoover, Dallas G.