BIOL 082L KS -Plant Biotech in Greener World

Institution: Pitzer/Scripps

Description: This course introduces the principles underlying the development of crops for agriculture, emphasizing modern plant biotechnology and potential applications of genetically engineered plants. Basic concepts used in modern agriculture will be reviewed in light of emerging technologies affecting production practices and new plant and food products. Emphasis will be on understanding the tools and strategies involved in optimizing plant productivity and development of new uses for plants. A lab component will be included that will introduce the common part manipulation technologies that are currently being used. Environmental, regulatory, patent, economics and social issues related to commercialization of GE crops will also be discussed. Laboratory fee: $30. Offered annually.

Prerequisite(s): Please check course schedule for requirements.

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