Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

BP 605 T. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY (Theory)                                    45 Hours

• Biotechnology has a long promise to revolutionize the biological sciences and
• Scientific application of biotechnology in the field of genetic engineering, medicine and fermentation technology makes the subject interesting.
• Biotechnology is leading to new biological revolutions in diagnosis, prevention and cure of diseases, new and cheaper pharmaceutical
• Biotechnology has already produced transgenic crops and animals and the future promises lot
• It is basically a research-based

Objectives: Upon completion of the subject student shall be able to;

1. Understanding the importance of Immobilized enzymes in Pharmaceutical Industries
2. Genetic engineering applications in relation to production of pharmaceuticals
3. Importance of Monoclonal antibodies in Industries
4. Appreciate the use of microorganisms in fermentation technology