The field of biotechnology is advancing at a faster pace. The availability of low-cost DNA/genome sequencing technologies has led to the discovery and functional characterization of myriad of genes imparting stress tolerance and quality traits. 'OMICS' group of technologies including Genomics, Proteomics, Transcriptomics and Metabolomics has revolutionized the agricultural biotechnology sector. The Nobel Prize winning technology i.e. Genome Editing technique is being employed to edit various gene functions in plants aiding in crop improvement. This technology may be adopted very fastly by the consumers as compared to the transgenic technique as the genome-edited plants do not have any adverse effects on the genome of the plants itself and also on the environment and related species/non-target organisms. In this book, authors have attempted to compile various latest techniques of agricultural biotechnology and their applications in crop improvement. Certain specific chapters have been dedicated to describe the use of Nanotechnology, a fast emerging new technique in agriculture sector. The book offers a comprehensive coverage of the most essential topics including; Development, potential and safety issues in biotechnology Advances in Genomics, Proteomics and Transcriptomics in agriculture Protein bioinformatics and its applications GM technology and its implications Genome Editing in crop improvement MAS in crop improvement Mutation breeding Cryobiotechnology Nanotechnology and Biosensors This book includes real-world examples and applications making the book accessible to a broader interdisciplinary readership. We hope that it will serve as a reference book for Researchers engaged in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology and will act as a ready reckoner for PG students of Biotechnology discipline.

Book Information
ISBN 9780367567095
Author Pankaj Kumar
Format Hardback
Page Count 280
Imprint CRC Press
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 178g