Publisher's Synopsis
This work builds upon a knowledge of the properties of enzymes and shows how these important catalysts can be used in industry. The central theme demonstrates how proteins, especially enzymes and immunoglobins, can be isolated, characterized and produced on a large scale. Specific examples are given and both practical and theoretical aspects are examined. Applications for a wide range of metabolites are described with particular emphasis on the design, performance and production of biosensors.;The book uses step-by-step logical development and a student-centred learning style. It is part of a series of biotechnology texts suitable for self-study or as the basis for in-house training schemes. It includes reference questions for students, highlighted key phrases, and a summary of objectives for each chapter.;The need for a cost effective training scheme for new and existing staff at all levels has been met by the University of Greenwich (formerly Thames Polytechnic) and the Open University of the Netherlands. As part of the European Community Education and Technology Training initiative (COMETT) and in conjunction with a number of other leading UK and European universities, they have developed BIOTOL, a training scheme in biotechnology using open learning materials, which provides tailor-made courses, flexible in content, pace and place.
