The Asian Biotechnology and Development Review (ABDR) aims at generating wider awareness of the issues involved and emerging developments in the area of biotechnology. It hopes to serve as a forum of debate and dissemination of information on issues such as developmental potential of biotechnology, and the possibilities of South-South cooperation in this area.
From 15-17 November 2012, the Main Hall of the Faculty of Law of the University of Porto (FDUP) brought together eminent academics, distinguished members of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, directors of research centres in the area of the Law of the Sea, representatives of international organizations established under the framework of UNCLOS, policymakers and representatives of the entrepreneurial sector and the blue economy for the international conference '30 years af
This volume offers anyone in business access to the latest developments in this fast-moving, volatile industry. It is one of the first practical guides to the business of biotechnology, reflecting the rapid change experienced in various industries and the increasing effect that biotech is having on our lives.
This publication explores the epic marriage between computer technology and genetic engineering, and the historic transition into the Age of Biotechnology. Already, our economy is experiencing a massive shift away from the Industrial Age and into an era in which giant life-science corporations are fashioning a bio-industrial world.
En este contexto el libro coordinado por el Prof. Nombela "Retos de la sociedad biotecnológica: Ciencia y Ética", no puede venir a manos de los lectores de lengua española en un momento más oportuno.
This publication aims to shed some light on key issues related to biotechnology, trade and sustainable development by providing a balanced overview that is accessible to a wide range of actors in the trade and biotechnology communities. It is intended to be a tool to enable the different stakeholders to identify and articulate their priorities related to biotechnology, and balance these objectives against the various trade interests and obligations.
This collection of papers is aimed at providing those making and influencing policies at the intersection of biotechnology, trade and sustainability with a comprehensive overview of key policy areas - in Eastern Africa and beyond - to enable the formulation of coherent policies.
