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Subject Guide for Biotechnology


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Books

To find books, theses and serial publications, use the web version of the PAC library catalog and conduct a search for author, title or subject. For the correct subject heading consult the Library of Congress Subject Headings. Some important subject headings are AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY, BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING, BIOTECHNOLOGICAL PROCESS CONTROL, BIOTECHNOLOGY, FOOD BIOTECHNOLOGY, GENETIC ENGINEERING, INDUSTRIAL MICROBIOLOGY, MICROBIAL BIOTECHNOLOGY, PHARMACEUTICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY, REPRODUCTIVE TECHNOLOGY, BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRIES, BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING, etc.

If a copy of the Library of Congress Subject Headings is unavailable then try the following technique. First search your term(s) using the WORD command on the PAC. When you retrieve a title that looks reasonable, display the full record and look at its subject headings. You can then search for additional books with those subjects heading by using the S command (SHOW similar items).

Theses from SDSU may be found by looking under the subject heading SDSU THESIS-BIOLOGY, SDSU THESIS-CHEMISTRY, etc.

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Bibliography

Biotechnology in Human Health and Nutrition, by Robert D. Warmbrodt. Beltsville, MD: National Agricultural Library, 1991.
A17.18/4:91-97

Biotechnology Information Sources: North and South America, by Barbara Ann Rapp. Medford, NJ: Learned Information, 1994.
TP248.17 R37 1994 5TH FLOOR BOOKS
A collection of information sources available on biotechnology. Database, indexes to journal literature, patents, and journals are included. Discusses sources of equipment, research materials, and software.

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Indexes

ArticleFirst.
Indexes articles in scholarly journals emphasizing the natural sciences, technology and medicine. 1990 to the present.

Bibliography of Bioethics. Detroit: Gale Research Co.
R724 B44

Biosis Previews.
The major index for information in the biological sciences. It covers 8,000+ titles a year including journal articles, conference papers, book chapters, and software. 1997 to present.

Ei Compendex Web.
An index to engineering and related fields. Covers journals, proceedings, books, technical documents. Includes material for the 1970's to the present.

Medline.
Indexes journal articles in medicine, nursing, dentristy and the allied health fields. 1966 to the present.

ProQuest Research Library.
Provides access to articles in a wide range of academic disciplines. Features the full-text of articles from over 1400 periodicals.

PsycInfo.
Indexes the world's periodical (27 languages) and book literature in psychology and related disciplines. 1887 to the present.

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Periodicals

Biomedical Instrumentation & Technology.
R856 A1 A85 SCI PER
Peer reviewed journal covering medical instrumentation and technology. Provides information on research, development, evaluation, management and maintenance of instruments. Covers safety, quality, and cost of medical technology.

Biotechnology Journals on the Web.

Biotechnology Progress, 1985-1991. TP248.2 B58 SCI PER
Available on the World Wide Web, 1996 to the present. Covers topics such as food processing, renewable resources, energy, enzyme-based processes, artificial organs. Discusses problems, concepts and approaches. The journal's unifying theme is the engineering aspect of processes.

F D C Reports. Prescription Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology.
RS1 F23

Kennedy Institute of Ethics Journal. 1996-

Studies in History and Philosophy of Biological and Biomedical Sciences. 1998-

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Dictionaries and Encyclopedias

Biotechnology from A to Z, by William Bains. 2nd ed. Oxford; New York: Oxford University Press, 1998.
TP248.16 B33 1998
A revised and expanded edition of a glossary that defines concepts, gives related terms, and explains applications. Intended for the student, educator, legislator, reporter, health care provider, patient, and scientist.

Dictionary of Biomaterials and Medical Devices, by Michael Szycher. Lancaster, PA: Technomic Pub., 1992.
R857 M3 S98 1992
Covers the interdependent fields of polymer chemistry, biochemistry, organic chemistry, and metallurgy. Terms referring to medicine, pharmacology, and physiology are also included.

Dictionary of Gene Technology, by GĆnter Kahl. Weinheim; New York: VCH, 1995.
QH442 K34 1995
A comprehensive dictionary of 4000 entries; includes acronyms. Intended for students of molecular biology and biotechnology.

Encyclopedia of Bioethics, edited by Warren T. Reich. New York: Macmillan, 1995. 5 vols.
QH332 E52 1995

Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology and Molecular Medicine, edited by Robert A. Meyers. Weinheim; New York: VCH, 1996. 5 vols.
QH506 E534 1996
Covers topics in human genetics and molecular medicine. Each volume includes a glossary of basic terms.

The Facts on File Dictionary of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, by Mark L. Steinberg and Sharon D. Cosloy. New York: Facts on File, 1994.
TP248.16 S84 1994
Provides the basic vocabulary. Contains basic and technical terms, including those that refer to plant and animal biology. Has a list of acronyms, abbreviations, and the genetic code.

Glossary of Biotechnology terms, by Kimball R. Nill. 2nd ed. Lancaster, PA: Technomic Pub., 1998.
TP248.16 F54 1998
A compilation for non-science professionals. Provides definitions and explanations of the scientific concepts based on analogy. Includes biological, biotechnological, and chemical terms.

The Interpharm International Dictionary of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, by Dean E. Snyder. Buffalo Grove, IL: Interpharm Press, 1992.
TP248.16 S68 1992
In addition to the definition of terms, the dictionary includes abbreviations, table of SI units, table of metric doses, biotechnology drugs approved by the FDA, and an international list of regulatory agencies.

The Language of Biotechnology: a Dictionary of Terms, by John M. Walker and Michael Cox. Washington, D.C. : American Chemical Society, 1995.
TP248.16 W35 1995
Defines routinely used terms in the various areas of biotechnology. Concentrates on the practical application of biological systems to the manufacturing and service industries and the environment.

Medical Devices, Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Eponyms: A Pocket Guide, by Tim B Hunter and David H. Levy. St. Louis: Mosby, 1994.
R856 H86 1994
Includes terminology not usually defined in standard medical reference books. Well illustrated.

Molecular Biology and Biotechnology: a Comprehensive Desk Reference, edited by Robert A. Meyers. New York: VCH, 1995.
QH506 M66155 1995
Comprehensive coverage of the molecular basis of life. Covers the application of this knowledge in genetics, medicine, and agriculture. Includes a glossary and detailed index.

Multilingual Glossary of Biotechnological Terms: (IUPAC Recommendations) in English, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish, edited by Hans Georg W. Leuenberger, et. al. Basel: Helvetica Chimica Acta; Weinheim; New York: VCH, 1995.
TP248.16 M85 1995
Defines terms used in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry and engineering sciences. Sponsored by the IUPAC Commission of Biotechnology.

The Validation Dictionary. Poyal Palm Beach, FL: Institute of Validation Technology, 1997.
TP248.16 V35 1997
Defines commonly used diagnostic and drug terms. Attempts to explain the science of validation, total quality management systems and regulatory affairs. Includes symbols, abbreviations, and acronyms. Contains references.

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Handbooks

Enzymes in Molecular Biology: Essential Data, edited by C. J. McDonald. Chichester; New York: Wiley, 1996.
TP248.65 E59 E596 1996 5TH FLOOR BOOKS
Contains key information on how to chose and use enzymes in molecular biology. Provides current data on enzymes and major commercial suppliers.

Genetic Engineering: a Reference Handbook, by Harry Le Vine. Santa Barbara, CA: ABC-CLIO, 1999.
TP248.6 L4 1999 5TH FLOOR BOOKS

Manual of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology, edited by Arnold L. Demain and Nadine A. Solomon. Washington, D.C.: American Society for Microbiology, 1986.
QR53 M33 1986 5TH FLOOR BOOKS
Covers the biological and engineering methodology required to develop a successful industrial process. Discusses the culture, the process, improvement of the culture, biochemical engineering, and special topics concerning industrial biotechnology.

Practical Environmental Bioremediation: the Field Guide, by R. Barry King. 2nd ed. Boca Raton, FL: Lewis Pub., 1998.
TD192.5 K56 1998 5TH FLOOR BOOKS
Discusses biochemistry, microbial ecology, geochemistry, and reaction kinetics as they relate to environmental microbiology. Includes a glossary; illustrated and indexed.

Practical Manual of Groundwater Microbiology, by D. Roy Cullimore. Boca Raton, FL: Lewis Pub., 1993.
QR105.5 C85 1993 5TH FLOOR BOOKS
Covers new material, methodologies, and techniques in recovering spoiled water. Specific topics discussed are concepts, diagnosis of biofouling, evidences, detection of bacteria. Includes a glossary and list of abbreviations. Contains references.

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Directories

Bioscience Directory. San Diego, CA: Ahern Marketing Group, 1993-.
HD9999 B44 B55 2000 REF
Contains detailed information on companies involved in biotechnology located in San Diego County.

Biotechnology.
Contains federal resources concerning agricultural biotechnology. Covers regulations, safety, calendar of meetings, jobs, patents, etc.

The Biotechnology Directory. New York: Nature Press, 1985-.
TP248.3 I56 2000
Includes profiles of biotechnology companies, universities, and institutes. Contains buyers guide to products, equipment and services. Indexed by country, company, and advertisers.

International Directory of Bioethics Organizations, edited by Anita L. Nolen and Mary Carrington Coutts. Washngton, D.C.: National Reference Center for Bioethics Literature, Kennedy Institute of Eithcs, Georgetown University, 1993.
QH332 I563 1993

Pharmaceutical Manufacturers: an International Directory, by David B. Braun. Park Ridge, NJ: Noyes Pub., 1995.
HD9665.3 B73 1995 REF; TABLE 8
Contains more than a thousand manufacturers arranged alphabetically by country and name. Key personnel, telephone/fax numbers are included when available.

San Diego, Technology & the Future. San Diego, CA: Technology Directory Pub., 1995.
HD9696 A3 S3927 1995
Includes products and services, consulting services, employment, information groups, manufacturers, retail suppliers, wholesale distributors, service bureaus. Has company, product, and advertisers indexes.

State-By-State Biotechnology Directory: Contacts, Centers, and Companies. 3rd ed. Research Triangle Park, NC: Institute for Biotechnology Information, LLC, 1994.
TP248.17 S73 1994
Includes contacts in the areas of agriculture, environment, education, science, technology, and business. Covers regulations and lists biotechnology centers.

Technology Directory: San Diego. San Diego, CA: Ahern Marketing Group, 1989-.
HD9696 A3 S39 1999
A directory of high-technology firms located in San Diego County. Includes Company index by classification, definitions, SIC Codes, management locator, and abbreviations.

WWW: Biotechnology.
A collection of URL addresses for biotechnology companies, research institutes, universities, etc. Emphasizes product development and the delivery of products.

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Standards, Regulations, Legislation

Aseptic Pharmaceutical Manufacturing II: Applications for the 1990's, edited by Michael J. Groves and Ram Murty. Buffalo Grove, IL: Interpharm Press, 1995.
RS192 A84 1995 5TH FLOOR BOOKS

Auditing Handbook, by Eldon Henson. Royal Palm Beach, FL: Institute of Validation Technology, 1998.
TP248.25 M65 H46 1998 5TH FLOOR BOOKS
A booklet discussing auditing in the FDA-regulated industry. Gives a general overview, specific questions that may be used in the evaluation of systems, and specific recommendations for FDA inspection.

Biotechnology Law Web Server.
Provides legal and scientific information to biotechnologists. Covers some current news, patents, agriculture, therapeutics, and European property law.

Cleaning and Cleaning Validation: a Biotechnology Perspective. Bethesda, MD: PDA, 1996.
TP248.24 C54 1996 5TH FLOOR BOOKS
Discusses cleaning from the FDA regulations point-of-view. Covers the design concepts of cleanable equipment, the concepts of cleaning validation, and surveys the multiproduct biotechnology manufacturing process. Contains a glossary.

FDA Modernization Act of 1997.
Contains links to various topics in the FDA Modernization Act (FDAMA).

Technical Guide: Conducting Effective Medical Device Validations, by David Dills. Royal Palm Beach, FL: Institute of Validation Technology, 1999.
R856.6 D55 1999 5TH FLOOR BOOKS
Describes basic concepts, techniques, and requirements needed to meet FDA regulations. Critical concepts and principles of validation are also discussed.

THOMAS: U.S. Congress on the Internet.
Contains links to current legislation, committee reports, and the text of Congressional Record. Provides for the searching of Congressional Bills.

U. S. Food and Drug Administration.
The web page and collection of the Modernization Act (FDAMA) Links to issues and topics concerning regulatory affairs. Covers foreign registration, antibiotics, insulin, pharmacy compounding, manufacturing changes, radiopharmaceuticals, etc.

USDA Agricultural Biotechnology.
A web page covering permits, notification and deregulation. Links to laws, regulations, policies and responsibilities.

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Internet Sites

BioCom: San Diego
Regional association for the biotech., medical device and bio-agriculture industries.

Bioethics.Net

BioSpace: Internet Links
A list of internet sites. Covers business, databases, education, legislation/regulations, web directories.

BioTech
Contains links concerning chemistry, biology, resources, bioinformatics, etc. Has a dictionary and chemical acronyms database.

Biotechnology Information Resource
A searchable web site from the National Agricultural Library and the US Department of Agriculture. Includes resources concerning various aspects of agricultural biotechnology.

Information Sources in Biotechnology, Chemistry and Molecular Diversity
Provides easy access to a wide variety of resources. Contains links to journals, bioscience company Web pages, societies, software, and laboratory supply.

National Bioethics Advisory Commission

National Reference Center for BioEthics Literature

NBIF (National Biotechnology Information Facility)
Provides access to biotechnology data. Includes 7,000+ links to resources.

NCBI (National Center for Biotechnology Information)
A national resource for molecular biology. Information provided aids the understanding of molecular processes affecting health and disease.

Pharmaceutical Information
A collection of various information links.

PharmWeb Virtual Library
A collection of pharmaceutical information in text, video, or audio. Information accepted is reviewed and is index by subject.

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