FST 503 

Basic Food Biotechnology

Unit I


Genetic Material: Structure & Functions

DNA Replication, Transcription & Translation

Mutation


Unit II


Genetic Recombination: Transformation, Conjugation, Transduction

Regulation of Gene Expression & Recombinant DNA Technology


Unit III


Enzymes: Classification & Nomenclature, Mechanism of action, Kinetics & Biological Functions

Enzymes Immobilization


Unit IV


Bioreactors & Fermentor


Unit V


Application of Biotechnology to Food Products: Biosensors & GMO Foods