Biotechnology

Biotechnology is a branch of science and technology concerned with exploitation of biological processes, especially the genetic manipulation microorganisms for industrial and other purposes, such as for production of antibiotics, hormones, etc. Commercial products are created through the application of developments in life sciences or through use of microorganisms. The chief purpose of such exploitation is to modify human health or the environment. A very common example of biotechnology application in use since prehistoric times is the use of bacterial cells to make curds or yogurts.