The book Advances in Biotechnology is about recent advances in some of the important fields that are ongoing in certain biotechnological applications. Biotechnology has been quite helpful in keeping pace with the demands of every increasing human population and in improving the quality of human life. Major biotechnological achievements associated with human welfare have been from the fields like genetic engineering; transgenic plants and animals; genomics, proteomics, monoclonal antibodies for the diagnosis of disease, gene therapy etc.Fourteen authoritative chapters written by experts having experience in academics and research on current developments and future trends in biotechnology have been empathized. Thebook provides a detailed account of various methodologies used in biotechnology i.e. High capacity vectors, DNA sequencing dealing with next generation sequencing, Molecular markers, DNA microarray technology, as well as Proteomics that have revolutionized biotechnology with a wide array of applications. The book not only presents a well-founded explanation of the topics but also aims to present up-to-date reviews of current research efforts, some thoughtful discussions on the potential benefits and risks involved in producing biotechnological products and the challenges of bringing such products to market.It will prove to be an excellent reference work for both academicians and researchers, indicating new starting points to young researchers for new projects in the field. The book is intended for biotechnologist, biologist, researchers, teachers and students of Biosciences and Biotechnology.

Dr Jyoti Saxena is a Professor and Head in Biochemical Engineering Department at Bipin Tripathi Kumaon Institute of Technology, Dwarahat (Uttarakhand). She has completed her M.Sc and Ph.D from Kumaun University, Nainital and post doc studies from UNL, USA. Dr Saxena has 51 research papers in reputed National and International journals and 4 books to her credit.

Dr. Indu Ravi is presently working as Assistant Regional Director, IGNOU Regional Centre, Jaipur. She has worked as Associate professor in the Dept. of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Banasthali University, Banasthali (Rajasthan). Her area of specialization is Plant Molecular Biology. She has written one book and published research papers in National and International journals.

Dr. Mamta Baunthiyal has completed her Masters degree in Biochemistry from Kurukshetra University, India and PhD in Biotechnology from Banasthali University, Rajasthan, India. Her research is focused on the phytoremediation of fluoride and she has several research articles published in reputed journals. Presently she is working as Head and Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology, GB Pant Engineering College, Pauri, Uttarakhand, India.

1. High Capacity vectors.- 2. DNA Sequencing.- 3. Molecular Markers.- 4. Gene Therapy.- 5. RNA interference and its Applications.- 6. DNA Microarray.- 7. Metagenomics: The Exploration of Unculturable Microbial World.- 8. Proteomics.- 9. Recent Advances in Stem Cell Research.- 10. Biosensors.- 11. Production and Applications of Monoclonal Antibodies.- 12. Edible Vaccines.- 13. Engineering Plants for Phytoremediation.- 14. Future of Biotechnology Companies in India.