1st Edition
Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Concepts, Methods and Agronomic Applications
Introductory text for students of genetics is general and the students of agronomy as the book gives numerous agronomic applications.
Introduction
Some Basic Concepts of Biology: Biology and Plant Physiology; Agronomy; Cellular and Molecular Biology
Plant Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering: A New Science but an Old Partner of Agriculture
In Vitro Culture
Gene Transfer in Plants
Plant Biotechnology and Other Biotechnologies
Applications of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
Examples of the Impact of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering on Agronomy
Plant Biotechnology and Bio-Industries
Plant Biotechnology and Bioethics
Evaluation of Risks
Evaluation of Advantages
Regulatory Mechanisms
Conclusion: The Future of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering in plants
Exercises
Glossary
Index
Biography
Yves Tourte
