Bio-Technology: A Revolution In The Making
Bio-Technology: A Revolution In The Making
Biotechnology is a branch of science that combines biology and technology with the aim of improving people’s quality of life. As the world faces challenges such as climate change, food insecurity, and health crises, biotechnology offers innovative solutions that are increasingly becoming indispensable. Its history can be traced back to thousands of years to agriculture, domestication of plants and animals, fermentation of alcoholic beverages. Biotechnology is a rapidly evolving field with applications in medicine, agriculture, food industry, genetic engineering, industrial biotechnology and environmental sustainability. In medicine it is used in the diagnosis of disease, due to its ability to perform very complicated tests in a shorter time and at lower cost. In agriculture and environment sustainability, biotechnology is used to develop crops that need fewer resources\and produce less waste, helping to protect the environment and ensure food security. The growth of the Indian biotechnology sector is fuelled by rising demand at both a domestic and international levels. The rise in domestic demand is fuelled by initiatives such as Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make In India which was launched by PM Narendra Modi. These initiatives significantly boost India's biotechnology sector by enhancing research capabilities, improving manufacturing processes, self-reliant biotech ecosystem and reduce reliance on imports. India’s biotechnology was particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic. Indian companies played a critical role in the global vaccine supply, producing billions of doses of COVID-19 vaccines, including Covaxin and Covishield. India exports vaccines to over 150 countries and is a leading destination for contract manufacturing and clinical trials. India has about 3% share in the global biotechnology industry . Biotechnology has the potential to revolutionise the way we work and live by introducing changes across various sectors. As biotechnology continues to advance, we can expect to see even more innovative applications in our daily lives, contributing to economic growth, improved health, a more sustainable future and improving the quality of life for millions.
Abhishek Yadav
Nandani Yadav
Harshita poojary
Vishwas sharma
Rakesh Pathak
T.Y.BSc.(I.T.)
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