Genetic Modification in the Food Industry | A Strategy for Food Quality Improvement

Susan Harlander (u. a.)

ISBN 10: 1461376653 / ISBN 13: 9781461376651

Published by Springer, 2012

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Genetic Modification in the Food Industry | A Strategy for Food Quality Improvement | Susan Harlander (u. a.) | Taschenbuch | xvi | Englisch | 2012 | Springer | EAN 9781461376651 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Springer Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg, juergen[dot]hartmann[at]springer[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Genetic Modification in the Food Industry | A Strategy for Food Quality Improvement
• Publisher: Springer
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1461376653
• ISBN 13: 9781461376651
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 235W x 155H x 16D millimeters 235 millimeters width by 155 millimeters height by 16 millimeters depth
• Weight: 429 grams
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Synopsis

Although the true economic impact of genetic modifications is yet to be realized, the potential of this new technology to benefit the food processing industry and to improve food quality is enormous. Specific genetically modified whole foods and food ingredients that have recently become available or are about to become available are described and discussed in relation to their technical performance and consumer acceptance. The regulatory, ethical and communication issues in food biotechnology are also reviewed. As the products of gene technology come on stream, decisions need to be made as to whether or not to use them. Yet, many food industry professionals have little or no background in biotechnology and have a limited concept of possible applications in foods. Therefore, this book aims to foster a greater understanding of the benefits and potential pitfalls of this new technology.