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Why are biotechnology companies interested in genetic information?
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Biotechnology companies are interested in genetic information in order to use genectic modification to create modifications in DNA that result in new traits in an organism. For example, biotech companies have created crops that are resistant to herbicides like Glysophate, and ones that produce an insecticide within the plant itself. Pharmeceudical companies are interested in genetic information in order to use it to create new drugs.
Since patents can be obtained for the modifications, the companies make profits from them and also have the protection that for a number of years, no other company can use the patented changes.
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∙ 10y agoBiotechnology companies are rushing to fine genetic information that may be useful in developing new drugs and treatments for disease.
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What are the branches of biotechnology?
The branches of biotechnology are: Red biotechnology-that is used for medical processes, like finding genetic cures by going through genomic manipulations and creating organisms to produce antibiotics.Green biotechnology- that is used in reference to agricultural processes that use biotechnology. Eg. The development of transgenic plants, need for pesticides remove etc.White biotechnology- This kind of biotechnology is used to reduce the costs for producing industrial goods that occur when traditional processes are used.Blue biotechnology- that deals with marine and aquatic usages of biotechnology,
Genetic engineering is used in the biotechnology industry to?
synthesize hormones such as insulin and human growth harmones
After doing BS biotechnology can you became a genetic engineer?
Yes, if you pursue biotech/genetics at the PG and preferably PhD level.
Where is genetic information in the nucleus stored?
Genetic information is stored in the chromosomes.
What percent of the offspring's genetic information is the same as the genetic information of the parent?
13.3
What is the new title for biotechnology?
genetic engineering
Genetic engineering has spurred the growth of?
biotechnology
Where could one study about preimplantation genetic diagnosis?
There are multiple areas at which one could study about preimplantation genetic diagnosis. The National Centre for Biotechnology Information being one of them.
Is Genetic engineering is an example of biotechnology?
Absolutely, yes.
What are some systems related to biotechnology?
Some systems related to biotechnology are biochemistry, bioinformatics, genetic engineering, bioengineering
What is the major difference between the services offered by the pharmaceuticals and the biotechnology companies?
While biotechnology companies seek to change existing cells and develop, for example, genetic medicine or genetically modified crops- ie they tend to deal with living substances, Pharmaceutical companies concentrate on the development of medicine that is developed and later synthesized from either biological or chemechally synthesized ingredients.
Why is it a topic of debate concerning genetic engineering and biotechnology?
because it is
What is the other name of recombinant DNA?
Genetic engineering
What prevents insurance companies from discriminating against people based on information derived from genetic tests?
discrimination based on genetic information is against the law
What has the author Venetia A Saunders written?
Venetia A. Saunders has written: 'Microbial genetics applied to biotechnology' -- subject(s): Biotechnology, Genetic engineering, Microbial genetic engineering, Microbial genetics
What has the author Lara Wiggert written?
Lara Wiggert has written: 'Biotechnology, genetic engineering for crop plant improvement' -- subject(s): Bibliography, Crops, Genetic engineering, Plant biotechnology
How is selective breeding a form of biotechnology?
Selective breeding is one form of biotechnology important in agriculture and medicine, because when scientists manipulate the genetic makeup of an organism, they are using biotechnology.
