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Basics in Biotechnology

Introduction to Biotechnology: Animal and Plant Focus

This course explores the fundamentals of biotechnology with a specific emphasis on its applications in animal and plant sciences. It begins with an introduction to biotechnology's scope, history, and essential ethical, legal, and social issues (ELSI).

A core component covers molecular biology and genetic engineering. Students will learn about DNA, key enzymes, cloning vectors, and gene transfer techniques like PCR and DNA sequencing—tools vital for manipulating genetic material.

In Plant Biotechnology, the focus shifts to plant tissue culture, including micropropagation and plant regeneration. A major segment delves into plant genetic engineering, covering methods like Agrobacterium-mediated transformation and the creation of transgenic plants. Applications discussed include developing crops with improved traits (e.g., herbicide/insect resistance, enhanced nutrition) and molecular farming for producing high-value compounds.

Animal Biotechnology explores animal cell and embryo culture (e.g., IVF, stem cells) and genetic engineering in animals. This includes techniques like CRISPR and the development of transgenic animals for livestock improvement, biopharming (producing therapeutic proteins), and creating animal models for disease research.

The course concludes by examining the broader applications of biotechnology in agriculture and medicine, along with crucial aspects of biosafety, regulatory frameworks, and intellectual property rights (IPR).