Transgenic biotechnology
Transgenic biotechnology is a field focused on introducing foreign genes into plants to enhance their characteristics, such as resistance to pests, improved nutritional content, and adaptation to environmental stressors. This is achieved by incorporating DNA from other organisms, such as bacteria or animals, into a plant’s genome. For instance, genetically modified crops like Bt cotton and Bt corn have been engineered to produce proteins that deter insect pests, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. This field has revolutionized agriculture by making crops more resilient and productive. However, there is an ongoing debate regarding the environmental and health impacts of transgenic crops, as some concerns arise over biodiversity and potential unintended consequences. Despite these challenges, transgenic biotechnology continues to push forward, shaping the future of sustainable agriculture.
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy
Alabama A&M University, United States
Mohammad Babadoost
University of Illinois, United States
Valasia Iakovoglou
UNESCO chair Con-E-Ect, International Hellenic University, Greece
Aparna B Gunjal
Dr. D.Y. Patil, Arts, Commerce and Science College, India
Anna Ponce
Bethune-Cookman University, United States
Hillary Jean Pierre
Department of Pharmaceutics, United States
Title : Biovalorization of overripe banana (Musa spp.) extract as a functional ingredient for glycemic regulation in diabesity management
Wan Rosli Wan Ishak, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
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Valasia Iakovoglou, UNESCO chair Con-E-Ect, International Hellenic University, Greece
Title : The antimicrobial activity of six Ocimum species against human microbial pathogens
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Effect of climate and weather on plant biology and biotechnology
Vijayan Gurumurthy Iyer, Techno-Economic-Environmental Study and Check Consultancy Services, India
Title : Cambial rearrangement in cycads: First evidence from a basal seed plant lineage
Anna Ponce, Bethune-Cookman University, United States
Title : Utilizing plant derived extracellular vesicles for drug delivery and therapeutic development
Hillary Jean Pierre, Department of Pharmaceutics, United States