Green biotechnology, a subset of biotechnology, focuses on utilizing biological systems and processes to address environmental and agricultural challenges. It involves the manipulation of plants, microorganisms, and agricultural processes for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions. Genetic engineering plays a pivotal role in green biotechnology, enabling the development of crops with enhanced resistance to pests and diseases. One prominent application of green biotechnology is the creation of genetically modified crops that exhibit improved yield, nutritional content, and stress tolerance. This technology contributes to global food security by creating more resilient and productive crops. Additionally, green biotechnology facilitates the production of biofuels, providing a renewable alternative to traditional fossil fuels. Green biotechnology also plays a role in environmental conservation by offering methods for bioremediation, where plants or microorganisms are employed to clean up pollutants in soil and water. Through the development of sustainable agricultural practices, green biotechnology aims to minimize the environmental impact of farming, promoting biodiversity and reducing the need for chemical inputs. The ongoing advancements in green biotechnology hold the potential to address pressing environmental issues, offering innovative solutions to create a more sustainable and harmonious coexistence between humanity and the natural world.
Title : Beyond business as usual: Advancing ethical sustainability education through indigenous knowledge, industry engagement, and real-world impact
Tomayess Issa, Curtin University, Australia
Title : Optical investigations of Zn-doped CuO nanostructure
Yarub Al Douri, European Academy of Sciences, Belgium