Title: Current advances, future directions, challenges, and opportunities in biotechnology
Abstract:
Biotechnology is a multidisciplinary field that uses biological systems and organisms to develop or create products aimed at improving human life and environmental sustainability. This presentation covers the scope of biotechnology, with an emphasis on current advances such as CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, immunotherapy, regenerative medicine, and synthetic biology. It also explores future directions in personalized medicine, microbiome research, bioinformatics, and environmental biotechnology. Key challenges, including ethical considerations, funding, public engagement, and workforce development, are addressed. The presentation identifies opportunities in healthcare, sustainable agriculture, environmental preservation, and economic growth, concluding with a summary of key insights. As the industry expands, it is essential to balance scientific advancement with ethical, social, and environmental considerations.
Keywords: Biotechnology, CRISPR/Cas gene editing, Immunotherapy, Personalized medicine, microbiome research, bioinformatics, and environmental biotechnology
