Multifaceted Protocols in Biotechnology, Volume 2

Multifaceted Protocols in Biotechnology, Volume 2
Author: Azura Amid
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2021-08-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3030755797

This contributed volume, “Multifaceted Protocols in Biotechnology, Volume 2”, consists of multidisciplinary methods and techniques commonly used in biotechnology studies. There are two sections covered in this book – Ionic Liquid Related Techniques & Evergreen Biotechnology Techniques. A brief introduction supports each protocol to allow easy learning and implementation. The first section consists of three chapters covering studies in modern biotechnology focusing on the role of ionic liquid techniques in extracting secondary metabolites, enzyme stabilization and biomass processing. The second section covers evergreen methodologies. It comprises five chapters covering topics on microcarrier technology for cell culture; Polymerase Chain Reaction for non-halal sources detection in food; ELISA for biomarker identification; gamma ray-induced mutagenesis for enhancing microbial fuel cells; and the effect of temperature on antibacterial activity of Carica papaya seed extract. This book will be useful to graduate students, researchers, academics, and industry practitioners working in the area of biotechnology

Multifaceted Protocol in Biotechnology

Multifaceted Protocol in Biotechnology
Author: Azura Amid
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2019-01-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9811322570

This edited work presents useful methods in experimenting in the area of Bioprocessing and Biotechnology. The four sections cover the area of Bioprocess, Whole Cells & Isolated Biocatalyst, Characterization of Biochemical Products and Cell Isolation & Culture. Its enable researchers to choose a suitable method and plan their experiments in details. The main focus of this book is to provide step by step method to young researchers, especially in the new research areas. Among the latest areas are the isolation of novel strain or enzyme by metagenomic approaches and taming procedure in the laboratories, development of novel, the cheap and non-toxic catalyst for biodiesel production, and production of micro-fibrillated cellulose. An updated method for well-known areas such as immobilization technology, biosensor, and polymerization was also presented. The book also covers in-silico methods such as MATLAB platform to ease researchers. Not to forget, the method in animal and plant culture is also discussed in detail. The book is written by chapter authors with much expertise in their fields. They have published multiple articles in the index listed journals. The topic of this book is particularly relevant to young researchers who are struggling to fine-tune their research and do not want to waste their time in optimizing the experiment set up.

Innovation of Food Products in Halal Supply Chain Worldwide

Innovation of Food Products in Halal Supply Chain Worldwide
Author: Aishah Bujang
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 365
Release: 2023-04-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0323985238

Innovation of Food Products in the Halal Supply Chain Worldwide covers the fundamentals and food guidelines of halal food production. Unlike other texts on the halal food market and halal certification, this book promotes halal product innovation by presenting exciting newly developed ingredients that are substitutions of non-halal ingredients with halal alternatives, such as lard substituted with modified vegetable fats, pig with halal goat/beef/camel/fish gelatin/collagen, alternative meat substitute or even additives. Innovations in halal processing technologies cover the latest techniques in halal production and authentication, halal tracking/traceability in halal transport and logistics, a vast area at the end of a supply chain. All chapters are written by acknowledged experts in their field, thus the book brings together the top researchers in this essential topic of importance to a huge percentage of the world’s population. Helps readers understand the advancement of available halal substitutes and replacers Offers tools to enhances product sustainability and food security through innovation Fosters innovation in food science with alternative halal ingredients

Bee Products and Their Applications in the Food and Pharmaceutical Industries

Bee Products and Their Applications in the Food and Pharmaceutical Industries
Author: Dilek Boyacioglu
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 466
Release: 2022-04-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0323900747

Bee Products and Their Applications in the Food and Pharmaceutical Industries focuses on the health benefits of selected bee products by looking more closely at their pharmacological potentials and therapeutic applications in coping with various diseases. The book explores some of these products, such as royal jelly, propolis and bee venom, which is highly attractive to the food supplement sector due to the biological actions that are proved by scientific studies. Bee products also attract the cosmetics industry by utilizing those products in various applications such as hair products, toothpaste, sunscreen creams, lip balsams, or facial moisturizing creams. Each chapter focuses on a particular health benefit, providing more compact and detailed information about each activity for a specific interest. The mainframe of the book is based on the medicinal and pharmacological functions of bee products, with the therapeutic applications for each bee product supporting the mechanism of action of their biological functions. Explores bee products such as honey, royal jelly, propolis, bee venom, bee pollen, bee bread, and beeswax health benefits Includes the potential of bee products as a food supplement and cosmetic product Covers the medicinal and pharmacological functions of bee products

Biopolymer-Based Metal Nanoparticle Chemistry for Sustainable Applications

Biopolymer-Based Metal Nanoparticle Chemistry for Sustainable Applications
Author: Mahmoud Nasrollahzadeh
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 728
Release: 2021-03-05
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0323898912

Biopolymers are becoming an increasingly important area of research as traditional chemical feedstocks run low and concerns about environmental impacts increase. One area of particular interest is their use for more sustainable development of metal nanoparticles. Biopolymer-Based Metal Nanoparticle Chemistry for Sustainability Applications, Volume 2 reviews key uses of biopolymers and biopolymer-based metal nanoparticles for a range of key sustainability-focused applications. After providing contextual examples of applications across the fields of food science, biomedicine and biochemistry, the book goes on to explore further sustainability-focused applications of Biopolymer-Based Metal Nanoparticles in such important areas as catalysis, environmental science, biosensing, and energy. - Provides an overview of biopolymer-based metal nanoparticles for a wide range of applications - Provides technological details on the synthesis of natural polymer-based metal nanoparticles - Explores the role of biopolymer-based metal nanoparticles for more sustainable catalytic processes

Practical Biotechnology

Practical Biotechnology
Author: H. N. Thatoi
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-09-30
Genre: Bioengineering
ISBN: 9789385909160

Introduces the different tools and methods of molecular biology from both a theoretical and practical perspective. Discusses the principles and procedures, their potential and drawbacks, involved in experiments in laboratories. Provides information on safety guidelines, ethical issues, genetic engineering work and laboratory set-ups. The books is aimed at advanced students, as well as research scientists and technicians.

Conjugated Polymers for Next-Generation Applications, Volume 1

Conjugated Polymers for Next-Generation Applications, Volume 1
Author: Vijay Kumar
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 618
Release: 2022-06-24
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128236345

Conjugated Polymers for Next-Generation Applications, Volume One: Synthesis, Properties and Optoelectrochemical Devices describes the synthesis and characterization of varied conjugated polymeric materials and their key applications, including active electrode materials for electrochemical capacitors and lithium-ion batteries, along with new ideas of functional materials for next-generation high-energy batteries, a discussion of common design procedures, and the pros and cons of conjugated polymers for certain applications. The book's emphasis lies in the underlying electronic properties of conjugated polymers, their characterization and analysis, and the evaluation of their effectiveness for utilization in energy and electronics applications. This book is ideal for researchers and practitioners in the area of materials science, chemistry and chemical engineering. - Provides an overview of the synthesis and functionalization of conjugated polymers and their composites - Reviews important photovoltaics applications of conjugated polymeric materials, including their use in energy storage, batteries and optoelectronic devices - Discusses conjugated polymers and their application in electronics for sensing, bioelectronics, memory, and more

Upstream Industrial Biotechnology, 2 Volume Set

Upstream Industrial Biotechnology, 2 Volume Set
Author: Michael C. Flickinger
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 3600
Release: 2013-07-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1118619277

Biotechnology represents a major area of research focus, and many universities are developing academic programs in the field. This guide to biomanufacturing contains carefully selected articles from Wiley's Encyclopedia of Industrial Biotechnology, Bioprocess, Bioseparation, and Cell Technology as well as new articles (80 in all,) and features the same breadth and quality of coverage and clarity of presentation found in the original. For instructors, advanced students, and those involved in regulatory compliance, this two-volume desk reference offers an accessible and comprehensive resource.