Bio-Bombshell, The

Synopsis

Following a brief history of biotechnology, explores the various new techniques being developed and describes their present and projected applications. The process of cell manipulation is described in detail with the help of animation and results of experiments at the Animal Research Station, Cambridge, which has produced a chimera (half sheep, half goat) are shown. Research being carried out by both industrial and academic institutions is discussed. Finally projects the effect that biotechnology might have on the Third World.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 50 min.

Year of production

1984

Availability

Sale

Notes

Reviewed by Richard North in ‘Times Education Supplement’ (1/2/85).

Uses

Science undergraduates; 6th-form students.*

Subjects

Biology

Keywords

biotechnology

Production Company

Name

Quanta Films

Contact

Nicholas Jones (Creative Director  )

Email

mail@quantafilms.com

Web

http://www.quantafilms.com/ External site opens in new window

Phone

01666 826366

Fax

01666 824871

Address

Old Forge House
Rodbourne Road
Corston
Wiltshire
SN16 0HA

Sponsor

Name

New Scientist

Distributor

Name

Harris (Philip) Biological Ltd, Oldmixon, Weston-super-Mare, Avon BX24 9BJ, Tel 01934 413063

Notes

Closed down early 1990s