Biotechnology

Author: (Brazil) Borem (Borem, A.) et al. (editors), translated by Ma Jianguang
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Publishing Date: 2003-09-01
Features: Biotechnology is a part of human life, from small cities to small communities, and it is particularly evident in agriculture. In 2001, the global cultivation of genetically modified crops covered 52.61 million hectares, involving 5.5 million farmers. The planting area of genetically modified crops increased by 19% from 2000 to 2001, demonstrating its growing momentum. This also clearly indicates the need for everyone to understand an overview of the development of this science. The book "Biotechnology" covers the background knowledge and applications of biotechnology in many aspects of today's society. In the content of this book, we have taken into account both the essential and indispensable detailed knowledge that a scientific book should have and the need to make it understandable to the vast majority of readers. For a topic as controversial as biotechnology, it is difficult to achieve an unbiased discussion or evaluation. "Biotechnology" provides readers with an understanding of this revolutionary science and the various debates surrounding its role in today's society, enabling them to form their own informed opinions on biotechnology.