About biotechnology
'Biotechnology' is a term used to cover the use of living things in industry, technology, medicine or agriculture. Biotechnology is used in the production of foods and medicines, the removal of wastes and the creation of renewable energy sources.
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An overview
An overview of biotechnology, including a definition of biotechnology, general information regarding the uses of biotechnology, frequently asked questions, regulation of biotechnology and a glossary of terms.
Applications
Biotechnology is being applied in many areas. This includes for human uses such as the development of new diagnostic and therapeutic tools, DNA profiling and cloning; in food for example enhancing specific characteristics of crops; and in the environment to create bacteria that break down waste and many other areas.
Benefits and risks
It is important to think about the benefits and risks of biotechnology and genetic modification. This section looks at some of these benefits and risks.
Ethics
Ethics enquires into the moral values of human behaviour and conduct. This section provides a summary of some of the ethical issues surrounding biotechnology
Regulation
Biotechnology has potential risks as well as potential benefits. It therefore needs close scrutiny to ensure it is applied safely. Australia has some of the toughest regulation in the world concerning biotechnology, particularly when it is being used in the production of crops and food.
Strategies
Biotechnology Australia is involved with a number of Strategies relating to Biotechnology. Here you'll find a summary of the strategies Biotechnology Australia is involved with.
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