by Christina A. Crawford (Editor)
Salem Press is pleased to add Principles of Biotechnology as the ninth title in the Principles of series that includes Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science, Physical Science, Biology, and Scientific Research. This new resource introduces students and researchers to the fundamentals of biotechnology using easy-to-understand language that gives readers a solid start and deeper understanding and appreciation of this complex subject.
- The 134 articles include 109 entries that explain basic principles of biotechnology, ranging from Alternative energy sources to Zygomycetes, with attention paid to Cloning; Synthetic fuels; Medicinal plants; Stem cell research and technology; Genetically modified organisms; and more. All of the entries are arranged in A to Z order, making it easy to find the topic of interest.
- The volume also features 23 biographies of key figures in biotechnology that include a description of each individual's significant contributions to the field, ranging from David Baltimore to David Norton Zinder.
This reference work begins with a comprehensive introduction to the field, written by volume editor Christina A. Crawford, Assistant Director for Science and Engineering at the Rice Office of STEM Engagement (R-STEM) at Rice University in Houston, Texas.
