Teaches the basic principles of designing genes to produce proteins with desired functions. Describes methods for gene assembly from synthetic oligonucleotides. Proposes strategies and direct applications of synthetic oligonucleotides. Covers applications for synthetic DNA in various fields and industries. Includes historical aspects, comprehensive review, trend analysis, and future developments. Combining elements of biochemistry, molecular biology, and immunology, artificial DNA can be employed in a number of scientific disciplines. Some of the varied applications include site-specific...