Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
Tools and Techniques in Biotechnology
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
Cloning
Definition of cloning
Types of cloning
Recombinant DNA cloning
Therapeutic cloning
Reproductive cloning
Process of cloning
Applications and controversies surrounding cloning
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
Bioinformatics
Definition of bioinformatics
Role of bioinformatics in analyzing biological data
Tools and databases in bioinformatics
Applications of bioinformatics in biotechnology and genomics
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
Bioremediation
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
Transgenic Organisms
Methods of creating transgenic organisms
:
Pronuclear injection
Microinjection
Gene targeting in embryonic stem cells
Examples
: genetically modified plants, animals, and microorganisms
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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
Biotechnology Principles And Processes Criterion Of Good Vectors
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