The triumph of molecular biotechnology continues. This textbook, edited by one of the academic pioneers in the field and written by experienced practitioners, reflects this once again. The completely revised second edition covers the entire scope of molecular biotechnology, unlike comparable books. This includes the fundamentals of molecular and cell biology, an overview of standard methods and technologies, the application of various "-omics" areas, the development of new drug targets, and the significance of systems biology in biotechnology. It is rounded off with an introduction to industrial biotechnology, as well as chapters on topics such as entrepreneurship, patent law, and marketing. The hallmarks of the new edition are: - Large format and fully colored - Proven structure in fundamentals.