Biotechnology

Biotechnology is a broad term for a group of technologies based on the application of biological processes. it is used to make or modify foodstuffs and medicines, reduce wastes and environmental impacts and create renewable energy sources. Modern biotechnology is the term used to describe a range of processes and techniques especially at the molecular level.

Examples of biotechnology applications of particular interest to the Department include cell culture, genomics, molecular marker-assisted breeding, cloning, bioprocessing and diagnostic testing as well as gene technology (genetic modification).

• What is Biotechnology?
• Biotechnology definitions
• Biotechnology glossary
• Biotechnology research
• Biotechnology Policy
• Regulation of Gene Technology in Australia
• Genetically Modified Crops
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