Genetic engineering, also called Genetic modification or Genetic manipulation, is the direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology. It is a set of technologies used to change the genetic makeup of cells, including the transfer of genes within and across species boundaries to produce improved or novel organisms. New DNA is obtained by either isolating and copying the genetic material of interest using recombinant DNA methods or by artificially synthesising the DNA. A construct is usually created and used to insert this DNA into the host organism. The first recombinant DNA molecule was made by Paul Berg in 1972 by combining DNA from the monkey virus SV40 with the lambda virus. As well as inserting genes, the process can be used to remove, or "knock out", genes. The new DNA can be inserted randomly, or targeted to a specific part of the genome.
Components of the Book:
- Chapter 1
About making a CHO production cell line “research-friendly” by genetic engineering
- Chapter 2
Genetic engineering for improving quality and productivity of crops
- Chapter 3
Natural genetic engineering: intelligence & design in evolution?
- Chapter 4
European Court of Justice ruling regarding new genetic engineering methods scientifically justified: a commentary on the biased reporting about the recent ruling
- Chapter 5
Designing and engineering evolutionary robust genetic circuits
- Chapter 6
Genetic Engineering and Human Mental Ecology: Interlocking Effects and Educational Considerations
- Chapter 7
Genetic engineering of Escherichia coli to improve L-phenylalanine production
- Chapter 8
Genetic engineering of Yarrowia lipolytica for enhanced production of trans-10, cis-12 conjugated linoleic acid
- Chapter 9
Genetic engineering of Clostridium thermocellum DSM1313 for enhanced ethanol production
- Chapter 10
Genetic engineering of Arabidopsis to overproduce disinapoyl esters, potential lignin modification molecules
- Chapter 11
Normative Concepts of Nature in the GMO Protest. A Qualitative Content Analysis of Position Papers Criticizing Green Genetic Engineering in Germany
- Chapter 12
Genetic engineering of medium-chain-length fatty acid synthesis in Dunaliella tertiolecta for improved biodiesel production
- Chapter 13
Genetic engineering approaches for the fermentative production of phenylglycines
Readership:
Students, academics, teachers and other people attending or interested in Genetic Engineering
Jildou Sterkenburgh, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Emily Barry, Cardiff University, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Angelika Hilbeck, European Network of Scientists for Social and Environmental Responsibility (ENSSER Board), Berlin, Germany
Sean C Sleight, Department of Bioengineering, University of Washington, Seattle, USA
Ramsey Affifi, Education, Teaching and Leadership (ETL), Moray House School of Education, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
Clint Chapple, Department of Biochemistry, Purdue University, West Lafayette, USA
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