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Biotechnology: Principles and Processes
- Definition of biotechnology
- Importance of biotechnology in various fields
- Introduction to the principles and processes of biotechnology
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Recombinant DNA Technology
- Definition of recombinant DNA technology
- Steps involved in recombinant DNA technology
- Isolation of DNA
- Fragmentation of DNA
- Joining of DNA fragments
- Introduction of recombinant DNA into host cells
- Applications of recombinant DNA technology
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- Restriction enzymes and their function
- DNA ligase and its role in joining DNA fragments
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and its significance in biotechnology
- Gel electrophoresis and its use in separating and analyzing DNA fragments
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Genetic Engineering
- Definition of genetic engineering
- Genetic modification and manipulation of organisms
- Role of genetic engineering in the production of genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
- Examples of genetically modified crops and animals
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Cloning
- Definition of cloning
- Types of cloning
- Recombinant DNA cloning
- Therapeutic cloning
- Reproductive cloning
- Process of cloning
- Applications and controversies surrounding cloning
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DNA Sequencing
- Definition of DNA sequencing
- Importance of DNA sequencing in biotechnology
- Methods of DNA sequencing
- Sanger sequencing
- Next-generation sequencing
- Applications of DNA sequencing
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Gene Expression and Regulation
- Gene expression and its significance in biotechnology
- Transcription and translation processes
- Regulation of gene expression
- Role of transcription factors in gene regulation
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Gene Therapy
- Definition of gene therapy
- Types of gene therapy
- Somatic gene therapy
- Germ line gene therapy
- Methods of gene therapy delivery
- Applications and ethical considerations in gene therapy
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Stem Cell Technology
- Definition of stem cells
- Types of stem cells
- Embryonic stem cells
- Adult stem cells
- Potential applications of stem cell technology
- Ethical concerns surrounding stem cell research
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- Definition of bioinformatics
- Role of bioinformatics in analyzing biological data
- Tools and databases in bioinformatics
- Applications of bioinformatics in biotechnology and genomics
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Criterion of Good Vectors
- Ability to self-propagate within host cells
- Presence of selectable markers for identifying transformed cells
- Compatibility with restriction enzymes for cloning
- High copy number for efficient production of desired protein
- Stable maintenance and inheritance of inserted DNA
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Plasmid Vectors
- Definition of plasmid vectors
- Characteristics of plasmid vectors:
- Circular DNA molecules
- Self-replication in host cells
- Can carry foreign DNA fragments
- Contain selectable markers (e.g., antibiotic resistance genes)
- Examples: pUC19, pBR322, pGEM-T
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Bacterial Artificial Chromosome (BAC) Vectors
- Definition of BAC vectors
- Characteristics of BAC vectors:
- Large DNA inserts (100-300 kb)
- Stable maintenance and propagation in bacterial cells
- Suitable for cloning/analysis of entire genes or gene clusters
- Applications: sequencing of large genomes, gene expression studies
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Expression Vectors
- Definition of expression vectors
- Features of expression vectors:
- Contain regulatory sequences (promoters, enhancers) for gene expression
- Allow efficient production of desired protein in host cells
- Can be inducible or constitutive
- Examples: pET vectors, pGEX vectors
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Viral Vectors
- Definition of viral vectors
- Advantages of viral vectors:
- High transduction efficiency in host cells
- Ability to infect both dividing and non-dividing cells
- Capacity to accommodate large DNA inserts
- Examples: retroviral vectors, adenoviral vectors, lentiviral vectors
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Transgenic Organisms
- Definition of transgenic organisms
- Methods of creating transgenic organisms:
- Pronuclear injection
- Microinjection
- Gene targeting in embryonic stem cells
- Examples: genetically modified plants, animals, and microorganisms
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Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
- Definition of GMOs
- Applications of GMOs:
- Improved crop traits (e.g., pest resistance, herbicide tolerance)
- Enhanced nutritional value
- Production of pharmaceutical products
- Controversies and ethical considerations surrounding GMOs
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Bioethics in Biotechnology
- Introduction to bioethics
- Ethical issues in biotechnology:
- Informed consent in genetic testing and therapy
- Privacy and confidentiality of genetic information
- Potential misuse of biotechnology
- Importance of ethical guidelines in biotechnology research and applications
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- Definition of bioremediation
- Applications of bioremediation in environmental restoration:
- Degradation of pollutants by microorganisms
- Phytoextraction by plants
- Mycoremediation using fungi
- Case studies: cleanup of oil spills, removal of heavy metals
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DNA Fingerprinting
- Definition of DNA fingerprinting
- Principle of DNA fingerprinting:
- Polymorphic DNA markers (microsatellites, VNTRs)
- Gel electrophoresis to separate DNA fragments
- Analysis and comparison of DNA band patterns
- Applications: forensic science, paternity testing, wildlife conservation
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Biotechnology: Principles and Processes - Criterion of Good Vectors
- Ability to self-propagate within host cells
- Presence of selectable markers for identifying transformed cells
- Compatibility with restriction enzymes for cloning
- High copy number for efficient production of desired protein
- Stable maintenance and inheritance of inserted DNA
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Plasmid Vectors
- Circular DNA molecules
- Self-replication in host cells
- Can carry foreign DNA fragments
- Contain selectable markers (e.g., antibiotic resistance genes)
- Examples: pUC19, pBR322, pGEM-T
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Bacterial Artificial Chromosome (BAC) Vectors
- Large DNA inserts (100-300 kb)
- Stable maintenance and propagation in bacterial cells
- Suitable for cloning/analysis of entire genes or gene clusters
- Applications: sequencing of large genomes, gene expression studies
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Expression Vectors
- Contain regulatory sequences (promoters, enhancers) for gene expression
- Allow efficient production of desired protein in host cells
- Can be inducible or constitutive
- Examples: pET vectors, pGEX vectors
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Viral Vectors
- High transduction efficiency in host cells
- Ability to infect both dividing and non-dividing cells
- Capacity to accommodate large DNA inserts
- Examples: retroviral vectors, adenoviral vectors, lentiviral vectors
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Transgenic Organisms
- Methods of creating transgenic organisms:
- Pronuclear injection
- Microinjection
- Gene targeting in embryonic stem cells
- Examples: genetically modified plants, animals, and microorganisms
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Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
- Applications of GMOs:
- Improved crop traits (e.g., pest resistance, herbicide tolerance)
- Enhanced nutritional value
- Production of pharmaceutical products
- Controversies and ethical considerations surrounding GMOs
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Slide 28:
Bioethics in Biotechnology
- Introduction to bioethics
- Ethical issues in biotechnology:
- Informed consent in genetic testing and therapy
- Privacy and confidentiality of genetic information
- Potential misuse of biotechnology
- Importance of ethical guidelines in biotechnology research and applications
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- Applications of bioremediation in environmental restoration:
- Degradation of pollutants by microorganisms
- Phytoextraction by plants
- Mycoremediation using fungi
- Case studies: cleanup of oil spills, removal of heavy metals
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DNA Fingerprinting
- Principle of DNA fingerprinting:
- Polymorphic DNA markers (microsatellites, VNTRs)
- Gel electrophoresis to separate DNA fragments
- Analysis and comparison of DNA band patterns
- Applications: forensic science, paternity testing, wildlife conservation