
The Uses of Life
A History of Biotechnology
Robert Bud(Author)
Cambridge University Press
Published on 27. May 1994
Book
Paperback/Softback
320 pages
978-0-521-47699-7 (ISBN)
Description
This book shows, for the first time, how modern biotechnology grew out of this century's hopes for a new relationship between biology and engineering. Long before recombinant DNA, these promised a new kind of technology. By exploring the rich and surprisingly overlooked complex of prophesies, industrial and scientific development and government programs, the book sheds new light on the expectations now held for biotechnology. A world-wide view, covering developments, not just in America but also in Europe and Japan, uncovers surprising links. This makes possible a coherent story to supersede the historical notes which have been available until now. This first history of biotechnology provides a readable and challenging account that will appeal to anyone interested in the development of this key component of modern industry.
Reviews / Votes
'... delightful, informative, readable ...' Jack Pasternak, ASM News '... the best introduction to the comparative and cultural history of biotechnology ...' Glenn E. Burgos, Science '... well produced, satisfying and enjoyable to read.' Journal of Chemical Technology and BiotechnologyMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
1 Tables, unspecified; 19 Halftones, unspecified; 3 Line drawings, unspecified
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
525 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-521-47699-7 (9780521476997)
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Content
List of illustrations; Foreword M. F. Cantley (Head of Concentration Unit for Biotechnology in Europe (CUBE) Directorate General for Science, Research and Development Commission of the European Communities); Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. The origins of zymotechnology; 2. From zymotechnology to biotechnology; 3. The engineering of nature; 4. Institutional reality; 5. The chemical engineering front; 6. Biotechnology - the green technology; 7. From professional to policy category; 8. The wedding with genetics; 9. The 1980s: between life and commerce; Epilogue; Notes; Sources; Index.