Modern Biotechnology in Healthcare

<p>This new volume covers some of the most important and latest research trends and applications in modern biotechnology with special attention on how modern biotechnology advances human healthcare. These ground-breaking technologies hold tremendous potential in the development of new tools and techniques that can in turn be used in the synthesis and production of novel biological entities with a potential to improve disease diagnostics in general and healthcare facilities in particular.</p><p>The chapters in the book explore</p><ul> <li>microRNAs as next-generation therapeutic and diagnostic agents</li> <li>applications of CRISPR-Cas-based diagnostics</li> <li>CRISPR-Cas as a genome-editing tool</li> <li>engineered gut microbiomes for treating diseases</li> <li>antibiotics and plant-derived antimicrobials for healthcare</li> <li>stem cell technology and regenerative medicine</li> <li>and more</li> </ul><p>Taking multidisciplinary perspective on these state-of-the-art biotechnologies this volume provides a valuable overview for professionals researchers faculty and students in many areas of biotechnology medical science and other health related areas.</p>