The following points highlight the six main types of cloning vectors. The types are: 1. Plasmid Vectors 2. Bacteriophages as Vectors 3. Cosmids as Vectors 4. Phagemids as Vectors 5. Vectors for Cloning Larger DNA Fragments 6. Vectors for Preparing Single-Stranded DNA. Type # 1. Plasmid Vectors: The first vector that was developed for gene cloning was plasmids which are [...]
In this article we will discuss about the application of genetic engineering in diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Diagnosis of Diseases: 1. Parasitic Diseases: In contrast to conventional diagnostic methods, discovery of DNA probes have proved to be very effective and most sensitive tools for the diagnosis of a variety of diseases. Probes are now available for a number of [...]
The following points highlight the top nine traits carried by transgenic plants. The traits are: 1. Insect Resistance 2. Herbicide Resistance 3. Virus Resistance 4. Fungal Resistance 5. Stress Resistance 6. Improved Production of Storage Proteins and Lipids 7. Suitable Plants for Food Processing 8. Hybrid Food Crops. Trait # 1. Insect Resistance: Pesticide and insecticides are not only toxic [...]