Genetic Engineering: The practice of engineering is focused on making things better; can living organisms be improved for human benefit?

What Is Genetic Engineering

The alteration and manipulation of the genes in an organism via the use of technology is referred to as genetic engineering and is also known as genetic modification or genetic manipulation. It is a collection of techniques that may alter the genetic make-up of cells, including the transfer of genes both inside and across species, with the goal of producing creatures that are superior to or unique from those that already exist. Either by isolating and copying the genetic material of interest using recombinant DNA techniques or by chemically synthesising the DNA, new DNA may be created. Recombinant DNA methods can be found here. In most cases, a construct is built and then used for the purpose of inserting this DNA into the host organism. Paul Berg created the first recombinant DNA molecule in 1972 by mixing the DNA of two different viruses, namely SV40 from monkeys and lambda from lambda viruses. The method may also be used to delete genes, often known as "knocking out" genes, in addition to introducing new genes. It is possible to insert the new DNA in a random pattern, or it may be targeted to a particular region of the genome.

How You Will Benefit

(I) Insights, and validations about the following topics:

Chapter 1: Genetic engineering

Chapter 2: Biotechnology

Chapter 3: Genetically modified maize

Chapter 4: Genetically modified organism

Chapter 5: Agricultural biotechnology

Chapter 6: Genetically modified food

Chapter 7: Modifications (genetics)

Chapter 8: Genetically modified crops

Chapter 9: Transgene

Chapter 10: Genetically modified food controversies

Chapter 11: Genetically modified plant

Chapter 12: Plant genetics

Chapter 13: Genetically modified animal

Chapter 14: The Non-GMO Project

Chapter 15: Genetically modified bacteria

Chapter 16: Genetically modified soybean

Chapter 17: Genetically modified canola

Chapter 18: Genetically modified tomato

Chapter 19: Regulation of genetic engineering

Chapter 20: History of genetic engineering

Chapter 21: Genetic engineering techniques

(II) Answering the public top questions about genetic engineering.

(III) Real world examples for the usage of genetic engineering in many fields.

(IV) 17 appendices to explain, briefly, 266 emerging technologies in each industry to have 360-degree full understanding of genetic engineering' technologies.

Who This Book Is For

Professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those who want to go beyond basic knowledge or information for any kind of genetic engineering.