Biotechnological Innovations for Sustainable Biodiversity and Development

This book reviews the important role of biotechnological innovations in achieving sustainable development goals and conserving global biodiversity. It presents latest biotechnological techniques used to identify and characterize various groups of plants and animals, such as genomic tools for animal identification, DNA barcoding for precise plant characterization. It also reviews the utility of proteomics and metabolomics in enhancing our understanding of diverse species. The book also discusses responsible development and sustainable utilization of bio-resources, including strategies for conserving and managing bio-resources, bioprospecting for novel bio-discoveries, and sustainable agricultural practices aimed at preserving agro-biodiversity. Further, the book addresses the pressing challenges faced by biodiversity, including the far-reaching effects of climate change, the threat posed by invasive species, the consequences of pollution on biodiversity degradation, and the interplay between diseases and biodiversity decline. Towards the end, the book analyzes the impact of environmental degradation on biodiversity and explores emerging technologies in biodiversity conservation, with a focus on genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The book is of interest to scientists, researchers, policymakers, environmentalists, academics, and students involved in biotechnology, ecology, genetics, and conservation biology. Key Features: 1) Discusses cutting-edge biotechnological innovations for biodiversity conservation 2) Presents cutting-edge biotechnological techniques for identifying and characterizing selected groups of plants and animals. 3) Addresses critical environmental challenges such as climate change, invasive species, and pollution.