Biotechnology Crops (Genetically Modified Plants)

Paul S. Teng
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Paul S. Teng: National Institute of Education, Singapore

Chapter 9 in Bioscience Entrepreneurship in Asia:Creating Value with Biology, 2008, pp 265-301 from World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd.

Abstract: AbstractThe following sections are included:IntroductionThe Science and Technology Behind the BusinessA history of scientific progressProduct Range of Biotech CropsProducts in the marketplaceInsect-resistant plantsHerbicide-tolerant plantsDisease-resistant plantsImproved food and crop qualityValue of Biotech CropsValue creation and market sizeKey players in the businessCosts for establishing and operating a biobusiness based on biotech cropsThe Commercialization Process of Biotech CropsStages in developing a biotech crop product — "Stage gating"Regulating the safety of biotech cropsSafety assessment systems and processesRisk assessment and risk management"Freedom to Operate" IssuesIntellectual property protectionPublic understanding and acceptance of biotech cropsGrowth Potential of Biotech CropsNeeds and benefitsBenefits of biotech crops — Insect-protected cottonThe R&D pipeline for GM plantsSWOT analysisFuture OpportunitiesReferences

Keywords: Bioscience; Bio-Business; Biotechnology; Entrepreneurship; GMOs; Asia (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2008
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