The first textbook to cover this highly topical subject at a level and depth suitable for undergraduates
Takes the reader from the basics of the subject through to the latest thinking
Companion Web Site allows more comprehensive treatment of current topics: www.oup.com/uk/best.textbooks/biochemistry/slater
Puts the science into perspective by addressing the wider issues surrounding the GM crops controversy
Encourages the reader to investigate key topics in depth , increasing understanding and awareness of the issues involved
Case studies and keynote boxes throughout the text facilitate learning and revision
Description
'There is a significant need for such a book.' -Dr Stephen Moose, University of Illinois
The genetic manipulation of crop plants has been the subject of heated debate in recent years. Plant Biotechnology provides students with a much needed, accessible introduction to this exciting area of scientific research and technology.
Contents/contributors:
Introduction
1 Plant genomes - the organisation and expression of plant genes
2 Plant tissue culture
3 Techniques for plant transformation
4 Binary vectors for plant transformation
5 The genetic manipulation of herbicide resistance
6 The genetic manipulation of pest resistance
7 Plant disease resistance
8 Reducing the effects of viral diseases
9 Strategies for stress tolerance
10 The improvement of crop yield and quality
11 Molecular farming / "pharming"
12 Future prospects for GM crops
Takes the reader from the basics of the subject through to the latest thinking
Companion Web Site allows more comprehensive treatment of current topics: www.oup.com/uk/best.textbooks/biochemistry/slater
Puts the science into perspective by addressing the wider issues surrounding the GM crops controversy
Encourages the reader to investigate key topics in depth , increasing understanding and awareness of the issues involved
Case studies and keynote boxes throughout the text facilitate learning and revision
Description
'There is a significant need for such a book.' -Dr Stephen Moose, University of Illinois
The genetic manipulation of crop plants has been the subject of heated debate in recent years. Plant Biotechnology provides students with a much needed, accessible introduction to this exciting area of scientific research and technology.
Contents/contributors:
Introduction
1 Plant genomes - the organisation and expression of plant genes
2 Plant tissue culture
3 Techniques for plant transformation
4 Binary vectors for plant transformation
5 The genetic manipulation of herbicide resistance
6 The genetic manipulation of pest resistance
7 Plant disease resistance
8 Reducing the effects of viral diseases
9 Strategies for stress tolerance
10 The improvement of crop yield and quality
11 Molecular farming / "pharming"
12 Future prospects for GM crops