Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : LS5202 : Applied Biology { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Prof. Surajit Das
Syllabus
Definition and scope of applied biology, Branches of biology, Bioprocess technology for the production of cell biomass and primary/secondary metabolites, Regeneration of plants and Totipotency, Hairy root cultures and their cultivation, Transgenic plants in crop protection and their application in agriculture – Herbicide tolerant plants, Disease resistant plants, Insect tolerant plants Plant products of industrial importance, Cloning in animals, Genetic engineering, transgenic animals, gene therapy, Genetically manipulated organisms and products, GM Foods and current global situation, Pharmaceuticals, Drug Delivery.
Course Objectives
- This course aims to provide knowledge to the students how to harness biological processes for betterment of humankind.
- This will update students about biotechnological interventions and their applications.
Course Outcomes
By the end of this course, <br />? Students will get an idea on how biological processes have been harnessed for the welfare of humankind. <br />? Students will get to know success stories of biological applications in agriculture, industry and healthcare which may inspire them to explore more in this field in future by utilising their knowledge and expertise.
Essential Reading
- Thieman William J, Introduction to Biotechnology, 2nd edition (2009), Pearson Education, San Francisco, ISBN-9780321589033
- Sobti RC, Essentials of Biotechnology, 2009, Ane Books, New Delhi, ISBN-9788180521607
Supplementary Reading
- Singh BD, Biotechnology: expanding horizons, 2007, Kalyani Publishers, Ludhiana, ISBN-8127217522
- Gupta PK, Elements of Biotechnology, 2008, Rastogi Publications, Meerut, ISBN-8171338437