Biotechnology in Agriculture at University of Abeokuta
University Of Agriculture, Abeokuta
College Of Natural Sciences
Department Of Microbiology
Course Title: Biotechnology
Course Code BIO 404
Course Lecturers: Prof. I. Akpan ,
Dr. F. Oluwafemi
Course Objectives:
Enable students to understand that
Biotechnology is multi-disciplinary
Enable students understand that
microorganisms can be put into
practical application to manufacture
products that are needed by the society
Enable students to understand that
Biotechnology is multifaceted
What is Biotechnology?
Interdisciplinary pursuit
Quantitative extension of approaches
to problems
Integration & marshalling of concepts
& methodologies from separate
disciplines
Genetics
Biochemistry/Chemistry
Food Science
Food Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Biochemical Engineering
Electronics
Microbiology
Main objectives of Biotechnology
Innovation
Development
Optimal operation of processes
Requirement of Biotechnology
Skilled workforce
Supportive public
Therapeutics
Diagnostics
Agriculture/forestry/horticulture
Food
Environment
Chemical intermediates
Equipment
Scale of operation, scaling up
biological processes
Products of fermentation
Organic acids
Polysaccharides
Enzymes
Vaccines
Hormones
Three –component central core of
Biotechnology
Obtaining the best biological catalyst
Best environment for the catalyst
Separation and purification of products
Introduction of genes into un-related
species
Safety of genetically-modified foods
Genetically-modified foods are safe
because of the following:
Organisms with unusual pathogenicity
will not be released
All releases into the environment are
monitored and recorded
Up to date no adverse effects recorded
Transgenic crops are conducted
under strict conditions
Main ethical considerations
relating food use of transgenic
organisms
Transfer of human genes to food
animals
Transfer of genes from forbidden
animals
Transfer of animal genes into food
plants
Use of organisms containing
human genes
Delve into the world of Biotechnology at the University of Agriculture in Abeokuta, where students are equipped with interdisciplinary knowledge to apply microorganisms for practical applications in society. The course, led by Prof. I. Akpan and Dr. F. Oluwafemi, aims to broaden students' understanding of the multifaceted nature of Biotechnology, emphasizing its importance in various fields such as genetics, biochemistry, and chemistry.
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Course Title: Biotechnology Course Code BIO 404
Course Lecturers: Prof. I. Akpan , Dr. F. Oluwafemi
Enable students to understand that Biotechnology is multi-disciplinary
Enable students understand that microorganisms can be put into practical application to manufacture products that are needed by the society
Enable students to understand that Biotechnology is multifaceted
Quantitative extension of approaches to problems
Integration & marshalling of concepts & methodologies from separate disciplines
Scale of operation, scaling up biological processes
Three component central core of Biotechnology
