Biotechnology, the use of biology to solve problems and make useful products. The most prominent area of biotechnology is the production of therapeutic proteins and other drugs through genetic engineering. Learn more about the development and applications of biotechnology in this article. Biotechnology is technology that utilizes biological systems, living organisms or parts of this to develop or create different products. Brewing and baking bread are examples of processes that fall within the concept of biotechnology (use of yeast (= living organism) to produce the desired product).
Mission
Unity Biotechnology
Our mission is to engage, excite, and educate as many people as possible, particularly young people, about biotechnology and its immense potential to heal the sick, feed the hungry, restore the environment, and fuel the economy.
We promote excellence in biotechnology research from the best and brightest minds in the next generation of innovators. Our efforts unite the national biotechnology community, including students, teachers, schools and mentors in delivering more effective workforce development and training to sustain the industry’s growth and impact.
Vir Biotechnology
Background
Sana Biotechnology
Founded by the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) in 1998 as a 501(c)3 educational foundation, the Biotechnology Institute (Institute) was formed to bridge the knowledge gap about the life sciences between the general public and the biotechnology community.