Bio-nanotechnology vs Nano-biotechnology

Nanobiotechnology vs Bionanotechnology

Nanobiotechnology and Bionanotechnology: Two Distinct Fields

As a biotechnologist, it's crucial to recognize the subtle differences between these terms. Both are areas of biotechnology and biology that involve the use of nanoparticles for human applications, utilizing techniques from chemical, material, physical, and biological sciences.

The common factor in both fields is the use of nanoparticles, which are ultrafine particles ranging from 1 to 100 nanometers in size. Nanoparticles, being microscopic particles, exhibit unique properties and behavior due to their size.

The distinction between Nanobiotechnology and Bionanotechnology lies in their specific focus and approach, which can be understood in more detail as follows:

1. Nanobiotechnology: This field emphasizes the application of nanotechnology in biology and biotechnology. It often involves using nanoparticles and nanoscale devices to study and manipulate biological systems, with the goal of developing new tools, techniques, and therapies.

2. Bionanotechnology: Also known as nanobiology, this field concentrates on the development of biological systems or components at the nanoscale. It may involve engineering biological molecules, such as DNA or proteins, to create nanoscale structures or devices with novel properties and functions.

In summary, while both fields share the use of nanoparticles, Nanobiotechnology focuses on applying nanotechnology to biology, while Bionanotechnology focuses on creating and manipulating biological systems at the nanoscale.

[1] Bio-nanotechnology

Bio-nanotechnology focuses on studying natural biological systems to create comparable nanomaterials, essentially applying nanotechnology in biology. It's about designing nanomachines inspired by proteins like ATP-synthase.

On the flip side, nano-biotechnology involves utilizing nanomaterials in biotechnological processes. This could transform biotechnology, enabling early disease detection and real-time monitoring of treatments.

Bio-nanotechnology, in a different perspective, is a blend of biology and nanotechnology, leveraging biological principles and pathways. It explores the use of biomolecules in nanotechnology, drawing insights from the natural nanostructures in living cells. It covers areas such as:

• Nanotechnology in medicine and nutrition

• Nanotechnology applications in health and food technology

• Versatile nanotechnology applications

• Nanomaterial production

• Microscopy applications for nanoparticles.

[2] Nanobiotechnology

Nanobiotechnology involves utilizing nanotechnology to construct tools for examining biological systems. This field also focuses on the imaging of native biomolecules, biological membranes, and tissues. The exploration of biomolecule structures and processes for creating innovative functional materials, biosensors, bioelectronics, and medical applications is a thriving area of Nanobiotechnology.

This interdisciplinary field amalgamates insights from bioorganic and bioinorganic chemistry, molecular biology, materials science, and bioanalytics to understand the breadth of current and upcoming advancements. It can be categorized into four key areas:

1. Interphase Systems

2. Protein-based Nanostructures

3. DNA-based Nanostructures

4. Nanoanalytics

This description is for chemists, biologists, and materials scientists interested in delving into the captivating world of nanobiotechnology.

Bisnes dalam Bioteknologi

Salam wbt.

Bisnes - satu bidang yang berlaku dalam setiap bidang apa pun, termasuklah bioteknologi, bisnes merupakan bidang penting bagi menjana keuntungan dalam bidang ini. Dalam Research and Development (R&D), bisnes merupakan peringkat terakhir setelah bidang penemuan dan pengkajian selesai.

Pada tahun ke-3 kami di Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, turut diajar subjek pengurusan dimana kami diajar bagaimana membuka perniagaan sendiri. Ini sangat penting bagi melatih otak berfikir diluar bidang sains, supaya suatu hari nanti setiap orang berpotensi untuk membuka bidang perniagaan sendiri, dan bukan setakat terlibat dalam akademik dan R&D sahaja.

Pada tahun ke-2 yang lalu, kami turut didedahkan dengan ilmu dalam bisnes dan komersial bagi bioteknologi. Antara tajuk yang diajar ialah Commersialising, Intellectual Property dan sebagainya. Dengan ini, maka dapatlah kami berfikir diluar bidang sains, at least satu subjek dalam setahun.

Bagaimana pula di Malaysia?

Di Malaysia pula, kebanyakan peluang perniagaan adalah bersifat pengeluaran produk Bioteknologi. Disebabkan kebanyakan syarikat tidak mempunyai makmal R&D di Malaysia, kebanyakan produk hanya memerlukan khidmat "salesman" atau jurujual, atau di panggil Product Specialist. Produk bioteknologi juga termasuk dalam pelbagai industri seperti perubatan, kecantikan, haiwan mahupun tanaman.

Sains dan Islam

Salam dan Selamat Sejahtera,

Jika kita merenung perkembangan sains, maka kita tidak boleh lari daripada melihat perkembangan alam - dimana perkembangan alam ini kaitannya sangat dekat lah dengan Maha Pencipta.

Perkembangan sains giat berlaku, begitu juga perkembangan alam. Yang pasti kedua2nya berada dalam rancangan Allah Yang Maha Satu. Jika difikirkan, ramai ahli bijak pandai dalam bidang sains yang mempengaruhi perkembangannya, namu pasti kita pelik kerana yang bijak pandai pun tak cukup pandai untuk mengaitkan hubungan sains dan Maha Pencipta.

Inilah yang dikatakan "awesome" bagi umat2 islam yang sedar akan perkaitan hubungan sains dan juga alam, di mana keduanya adalah ilham daripada Yang Maha Satu. Kita boleh kaitkan ini dengan bidang seni juga, dimana artis menggunakan sumber alam bagi meningkatkan rasa kesedaran diri tentang penciptaan alam, dan terus menyebabkan kita terasa kecilkan perkembangan sains yg nampaknya seperti gah berkembang, jika mahu dikaitkan dengan perkembangan alam yg telah berlaku sejak dahulu lagi.

Lagu Maher Zain berikut - Open Your Eyes nyata menunjukkan unsur2 alam yang membangkitkan rasa teruja dengan ciptaan semulajadi Yang Maha Satu.

Semoga bertemu di post akan datang, wassalam!

[MARKET BIOTECH] Malaysia Endeavors to Outsource Biotech Services from US

NEW DELHI, INDIA, May 02, 2007 - Malaysia, in May 2007 at the BIO International Convention (BIO 2007), will look to pull biotechnology exports, particularly from US, to the nation.

The Biotechnology Industry Organisation (BIO) will organize the BIO 2007 scheduled to be held in Boston, Massachusetts, from May 6 to May 9, 2007.

Presently, BIO is a representative body for approx 1,100 biotech companies, state biotech centers, academic institutions, and other related organizations in all US states and 31 other countries.

Datuk Seri Dr Jamaludin Jarjis, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister, Malaysia, told on April 20, 2007 that his country would see this event as a global stage to attract the attention of the potential investors in the nation as a favorable export destination, as reported by BERNAMA.COM.

He further said at a press conference on the participation of Malaysia at BIO 2007, "There is flourishing interest from the West on outsourcing of the biotechnology sector to Asia. Malaysia is strategically located in Asia and we should make use of the interest to woo those involved to our country".

BIO members have their involvement in diverse fields, like agriculture, environmental, industrial, and healthcare biotech products.

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak will lead the Malaysian delegation of 300 representatives at BIO 2007. The number of delegates has increased enormously this year as compared to 150 in previous year and 100 in 2005.

According to the RNCOS report "US Biotech Market Analysis", US biotechnology market has had a share of over 50% in the global biotech market in 2005. It grew at a CAGR of 15.16% during the period 2001 to 2005 and is projected to exceed US$ 131 Billion by 2010 rising at a CAGR of about 15.5%. This volcanic growth is expected to open new vistas for the US biotech market in diverse fields of biotechnology.

The market research report provides a comprehensive overview on the US biotech industry. The report is a collection of facts and forecasts on the distinct segments, like bio medical, agriculture, clinical trials, etc, that make up the framework of US biotech industry. It throws light on the various parameters that define the biotech industry in US, like current biotech business models, production and economic impacts, clinical trials, M&As, R&D, and strategic alliances. Key drivers, opportunities, challenges, and future outlook have been analyzed prudently for investors.

News source: biotechnologynewsarticles

[PLANT BIOTECH] Ilmu Bioteknologi Tumbuhan Dalam Al-Quran

Seperti yang disebutkan dalam 'post' sebelum-sebelum ini, ilmu bioteknologi juga didapati dari dalam al-Quran. Selain berkenaan haiwan, terdapat juga ilmu dari al-Quran berkenaan biologi atau bioteknologi tumbuhan. Seperti ayat dibawah, Allah menceritakan bagaimana tanaman itu tumbuh dengan kuasanya, atas bantuan air dari hujan (juga mata air), ianya mengeluarkan warna yang pelbagai, juga jenis tanaman yang pelbagai. 

Tidakkah engkau memerhatikan, bahawa Allah menurunkan hujan dari langit, lalu dialirkanNya menjadi matair-matair di bumi; kemudian Ia menumbuhkan dengan air itu tanaman-tanaman yang berbagai jenis dan warnanya; kemudian tanaman-tanaman itu bergerak segar (hingga ke suatu masa yang tertentu), selepas itu engkau melihatmu berupa kuning; kemudian Ia menjadikannya hancur bersepai? Sesungguhnya segala yang tersebut itu mengandungi peringatan yang menyedarkan orang-orang yang berakal sempurna. 
[Surah Az-Zumar (39):21]

Idea ini mungkin boleh kita kaitkan dengan teori penemuan atau idea asal genetik oleh Gregory Mendel, dimana beliau menjalankan pemerhatian ke atas tumbuhan mengikut warna dan jenis yang berbeza-beza. Seterusnya Allah juga mengingatkan, di akhir ayat berikut, bahawasanya apa yang telah disebutkan mempunyai pelajaran bagi orang yang berfikir. Seperti kebanyakan ayat lain, khususnya yang berkenaan penciptaan alam, pasti Allah mengulang ayat tersebut; "Sesungguhnya segala yang tersebut itu mengandungi peringatan yang menyedarkan orang-orang yang berakal sempurna". Hal yang disebutkan adalah kerana, dalam setiap penciptaan Allah, tersirat 1001 rahsia berkenaan alam, dan oleh sebab itu, manusia harus selalu berfikir, khususnya mereka yang dibidang kajian, dan mungkin ini boleh dijadikan sebagai idea baru untuk menjalankan eksperimen. Sesungguhnya Allah maha bijaksana, dan maha pemurah terhadap hambanya. 

Wallahu'alam.