Genes, Technology and Policy
by Jose Maria A. Ochave
Publisher: UNDP-APDIP 2003
Number of pages: 52
Description:
This primer discusses the science and policy issues surrounding the use of modern biotechnology. It provides a snapshot of its benefits as well as concerns regarding its potential negative impact on the environment and on the human health.
Download or read it online for free here:
Download link
(500KB, PDF)
Similar books
Biomimetic Based Applicationsby Anne George - InTech
The interaction between cells, tissues and biomaterial surfaces are the highlights of this book. The effect of nanostructures and nanotopographies and their effect on the development of a new generation of biomaterials are discussed.
(14125 views)
Progress in Biomass and Bioenergy Productionby Syed Shahid Shaukat - InTech
Organized around providing recent methodology, the goal of the book is to provide the readers with current state of art about biomass and bioenergy production and some other technologies such as Wastewater treatment, Biosorption and Bio-economics.
(14596 views)
Tissue Engineeringby Daniel Eberli - InTech
This book serves as a good starting point for anyone interested in the application of Tissue Engineering. The authors offer a colorful mix of topics, which explain the obstacles and possible solutions for TE applications.
(16886 views)
Mechanics of Biomaterialsby Amir A. Zadpoor (ed.) - MDPI AG
The mechanical behavior of biomedical materials and biological tissues are important for their proper function. This volume serves as a forum for communicating the latest findings in the study of the mechanical behavior of biomedical materials.
(11256 views)