The potential for white biotech is huge. Using enzymes and chemicals to create and change products in the food industry for example is not a new concept, however as our understanding of this technology develops, the applications start multiplying very quickly. From textiles to energy, white biotech offers amazing potential to affect a whole range of industries and products. As new discoveries in molecular genetics, enzyme engineering and metabolic engineering are made, their impact will be felt in the biotech industry, allowing further research and applications to be identified.

This ‘Industry Insight’ investigates the developments in white biotech, identifying the current market position, key advances and future applications. It will give you a better understanding of the market place, with case study examples from around the world illustrating how this technology is developing. There is also analysis of the economic, societal and environmental impact of the industry.

This publication has been authored by Piet Schenkelaars and can be purchased from IntertechPira; go to www.intertechpira.com and access the Industry Insights through the Publications main page.