Editors | : | Dr. Sabyasachi Ghosh |
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ISBN | : | 978-93-5834-436-3 |
Language | : | English |
Pages | : | 795 |
Publication Year | : | 2024 |
Binding | : | Paper Back |
DOI | : | https://doi.org/10.62778/int.book.479 |
"Biotech Miracles: Harnessing the Power of Microbes" is a fascinating exploration into the world of microbes and the transformative role they play in biotechnology. The book delves into how microbes—tiny, unseen organisms that thrive everywhere, from the soil beneath our feet to extreme environments like volcanic vents—are being harnessed in innovative ways to tackle global challenges. Through detailed scientific insights and case studies, the book showcases how microbes are engineered to produce biofuels, clean up environmental pollutants, enhance crop resilience, and develop life-saving medicines. Aimed at both scientific and general audiences, the book covers recent advancements in microbial engineering, explaining how researchers leverage CRISPR, synthetic biology, and other tools to modify microbial genomes for specific, beneficial outcomes. It highlights groundbreaking projects, such as bacteria that can degrade plastic waste or yeast modified to produce insulin. Through accessible language, the book offers readers a vision of a more sustainable and healthier future enabled by microbial biotechnology, demonstrating how these microscopic organisms could revolutionize fields like agriculture, energy, environmental conservation, and healthcare.