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Biotechnology and Health

•Biotechnology is a $30 billion a year industry

•The biotech industry has produced over 160 drugs and vaccines and currently has over 370 biotech drug products and vaccines in clinical trials

•Biotechnology has produced hundreds of medical diagnostic tests such as home pregnancy tests

Biotechnology and Agriculture

•Biotechnology is paving the way for biofuels.

•Seven million farmers in 18 countries grew genetically engineered crops on 16.72 million acres last year.

•Genetically modified foods that are engineered to resist pests are available to consumers.

Biotechnology and Forensics

DNA fingerprinting:

•has improved criminal investigations

•has advanced anthropology research

•has contributed to improved wildlife management

•is important in paternity testing

Biotech Industry Focus Areas

Research and DevelopmentFind new cures for diseases or new ways for solving problems such as hunger, energy, environment, or crimes.

Quality ControlMake sure products meet specific health and safety guidelines

Manufacturing and ProductionDevelop and maintain the biotech machinery that facilitates research and produces products for consumers.