Overview
This book offers a detailed examination of biotransformation and enzymes, focusing on their crucial roles in biology and biotechnology. It is intended for students, researchers, and professionals who are interested in understanding the biochemical processes by which organisms metabolize various compounds and how enzymes facilitate these processes. The book primary aim is to provide a clear connection between theoretical concepts and their practical applications, showcasing biotransformation as an essential tool for developing sustainable solutions in pharmaceuticals, environmental management, and industrial practices. It comprehensively covers various biotransformation reactions, highlighting their importance in producing valuable products, detoxifying substances, and minimizing waste. Key Features: Comprehensive overview of important topics within pharmaceutical biotechnology. Continuing step-by-step presentation of concepts and techniques. Includes recent advancements in genetic engineering related to CRISPR technology. Incorporation of enhanced multimedia components such as videos and laboratory simulations. New coverage of mRNA vaccines. Each topic will be thoroughly updated to represent the most recent research advancements. Extensive references will be added at the end of each chapter to enhance further study.
Full Product Details
Author: Saurabh Bhatia (Associate Professor, Amity institute of Pharmacy, Amity University) ,
Ajmal Khan ,
Ahmed Al-Harrasi (University of Nizwas (Oman))
Publisher: Institute of Physics Publishing
Imprint: Institute of Physics Publishing
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions:
Width: 17.80cm
, Height: 2.70cm
, Length: 25.40cm
Weight: 1.060kg
ISBN: 9780750353854
ISBN 10: 0750353856
Pages: 487
Publication Date: 12 September 2024
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Author Information
Ahmed Al-Harrasi is a professor of organic chemistry and the vice chancellor for graduate studies, research and external relations at the University of Nizwa. He obtained his BSc in Chemistry from SQU and his MSc and PhD in Organic Chemistry from Free University of Berlin as a DAAD-fellow. Then he received the Fulbright award in 2008 for postdoctoral research in Chemical Biology from Cornell University. He is a founder and chair of the Natural and Medical Sciences Research Center. He is a member of the Scientific Council of UNESCO. He was named on the list of top 2% Scientists for the last three years. He has authored over 800 scientific papers and more than 20 books and book chapters. He received the Order of Royal Commendation from His Majesty, The Sultan of Oman as an outstanding Omani individual for his remarkable contribution and active role in research. Saurabh Bhatia is an Associate Professor within the Natural and Medical Sciences Research Centre at the University of Nizwa, Oman. He has published 79 referred journal articles and written 94 book chapters. Dr. Bhatia has also authored 10 books and is the Associate Editor on four international journals. Ajmal Khan is currently working as a Associate Professor in Natural and Medical Sciences Research Centre at the University of Nizwa, Oman. Dr. Khan published more than 450 articles in international peer review journals with impact factor of more than 2000 and citation more than 9000. Besides this, he published two US patents, and 3 books and 13 books chapters. Dr. Khan is Associate Editor for four journals and in editorial board of three international journals.
