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Intro to Biotechnology

A description and history of biotechnology including the scientific achievements that lead to establishment of the industry.
Food Biotechnology
Developments in food biotechnology have had numerous impacts on how food is produced, packaged, tested and preserved. Many of the changes have meant undisputable improvements to our safety and health, while others are more controversial.
Biotechnology and Your Holiday Meal
Biotechnology is part of our everyday lives, Christmas included. In addition to the more familiar products of biotechnology, some of the more traditional Christmas foods, some dating back centuries, incorporate the use of microorganisms and a knowledge of how to control them. These include Christmas cake (plum pudding), wassail, jellies, cheeses, and stollen.
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO)
The latest biotech news, facts, and commentary on national (USA) issues surrounding the industry.
Biotechnology Information Directory
An online directory of products, services, clinical trials, company information, schools and more.
BIOTECanada
Facts pertaining to the biotechnology industry in Canada.
Why Biotech?
The Council for Biotechnology Information website with articles, links, and news in english, french and spanish.
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