COFISA Biotechnology Foresight: 1st Gauteng Workshop Report
This report provides an overview of the major trends in biotechnology, focusing on developments in health, food security, agriculture, animal biotechnology, industry, and the environment.
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| Quick Facts | |
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | COFISA |
| Authors: | Sibongile Gumbi |
| Geographic focus: | South Africa |
Methods
The research method used in the report includes analyzing biotechnology trends, examining the impact of global initiatives like the Human Genome Project, and assessing the role of biotechnology in addressing health, food, agriculture, and environmental challenges. It also involves reviewing emerging disciplines and their potential applications.
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Key Insights
The report details biotechnology's cross-cutting nature and its applications in various sectors. It outlines the history of biotechnology in South Africa, global trends, and emerging disciplines such as bioinformatics and genomics. It also discusses the potential of biotechnology to address issues like health, food security, and environmental sustainability.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: English publication language | South Africa geographic scope | agriculture | animal biotechnology | bioinformatics | biotechnology | environment | food security | genomics | health | industry | sustainability