Critical Reviews in Biotechnology back issues from July 2006:
Use of Genetically Engineered Microorganisms (GEMs) for the Bioremediation of Contaminants
Jul 01, 2006; ... ABSTRACT This paper presents a critical review of the literature on the application of genetically engineered microorganisms (GEMs) in bioremediation. The important aspects of using GEMs in bioremediation, such as development of novel strains with desirable properties through pathway ...
Biotechnological Methods to Accelerate Cheddar Cheese Ripening
Jul 01, 2006; ... ABSTRACT Cheese is one of the dairy products that can result from the enzymatic coagulation of milk. The basic steps of the transformation of milk into cheese are coagulation, draining, and ripening. Ripening is the complex process required for the development of a cheese's flavor, texture and ...
Directed Evolution: An Approach to Engineer Enzymes
Jul 01, 2006; ... ABSTRACT Directed evolution is being used increasingly in industrial and academic laboratories to modify and improve commercially important enzymes. Laboratory evolution is thought to make its biggest contribution in explorations of non-natural functions, by allowing us to distinguish the ...