Biotechnology Innovations and Sustainability for Zero Hunger

Ranbir Chander Sobti (Panjab University, India)

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CRC Press
30 July 2025

Primary industries; Sustainability; Biotechnology; Food & beverage technology; Agricultural science

This reference book extensively examines the important role of biotechnology in tackling the global challenge of achieving zero hunger. The book delves into cutting-edge advancements and challenges in food biotechnology, crop improvement, genetic engineering, and the utilization of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in sustainable agriculture. It provides a detailed examination of biotechnological interventions aimed at enhancing the nutritional content of crops, increasing agricultural productivity, and ensuring food security. Furthermore, the book explores the application of biotechnological techniques in improving animal-based foods, including advancements in animal breeding, genetics, and disease resistance. The chapters also address the integration of traditional breeding approaches with biotechnology for developing healthier and more productive crops. Additionally, the book introduces approaches for reduction of food waste through technological solutions, and the use of automation and robotics in food processing. This book is useful for researchers, academicians, and professionals of biotechnology, agriculture, food science, and sustainability.

Key Features:

Covers cutting-edge biotechnological technologies for sustainable agriculture, providing solutions to address global hunger and achieve the goal of zero hunger Discusses various crop improvement techniques, including genetic engineering and genetically modified organisms Focuses on biotechnological interventions for enhancing crop productivity and nutritional value to improve food availability and quality Presents a detailed discussion of crop protection strategies and disease resistance mechanisms Provides a thorough examination of advanced technologies for improving animal-based foods and technology-based artificial meat Examines the application of biotechnological techniques in developing innovative food systems for reducing food waste

Edited by: Ranbir Chander Sobti (Panjab University India)
Imprint: CRC Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781032678108
ISBN 10: 1032678100
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 30 July 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Professor Ranbir Chander Sobti is an Emeritus Professor at the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), New Delhi, and an Honorary Scientist at Panjab University, India. He is the Former Vice‑Chancellor of the Punjab University, Chandigarh, and Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (Central University), Lucknow, India. He started his career as a cytogeneticist and then moved on to molecular biology, including genomics, to understand the susceptibility and disease process of cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, metabolic syndrome, and kidney diseases. Professor Sobti has also used stem cells and nanoparticles to understand the process of tissue organ development through a designed de‑cellularisation protocol. He has published more than 350 research articles in journals of international repute and has also published about five dozen books. Professor Sobti is a Fellow of the Third World Academy of Sciences; the National Academy of Sciences, India; the INSA; the National Academy of Medical Sciences; the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences; the Canadian Academy of Cardiovascular Diseases; and a few others. He was the General President of the Indian Science Congress for the 102nd session held at the University of Jammu, India, in 2013. He is the recipient of many prestigious awards including the INSA Young Scientist Medal, UGC Career Award, Punjab Rattan Award, JC Bose Oration and Sriram Oration Awards, and Lifetime Achievement Awards of the Punjab Academy of Sciences, Zoological Society of India, and the Environment Academy of India. He is a recipient of the prestigious Padma Shree award from the Government of India in 2009 for his outstanding contributions to education.