The recent advancements in biotechnology, particularly in post-COVID era is accelerating the pace of research and development in all areas of biological sciences. Thus, the aim and scope of this book is to clearly illustrate ideas on diverse ongoing cutting-edge advancements in the field biotechnology and current scenario across a wide subject spectrum. The chapters are presented in a manner to update and provide comprehensive knowledge to the teachers, UG/PG students and research scholars and shall serve some interest for the public. This textbook is comprehensive in scope and concise in approach and ensures vital information pertaining to the advancements in biotechnology.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive overview of important topics within pharmaceutical biotechnology.

• Continuing step-by-step presentation of concepts and techniques.

• Includes recent advancements in genetic engineering related to CRISPR technology.

• Incorporation of enhanced multimedia components such as videos and laboratory simulations.

• New coverage of mRNA vaccines (COVID-19).

• Each topic will be thoroughly updated to represent the most recent research advancements.

• Extensive references will be added at the end of each chapter to enhance further study.