University of Basrah Organizes Course on the Role of Genetically Modified Enzymes
The Marine Science Center at the University of Basrah organized a course entitled "The Role of Genetically Modified Enzymes in Sustainable Environmental Applications."
The course aimed to bridge the gap between modern biotechnology and environmental science, and to find practical and effective solutions to save our planet from pollution while creating new economic opportunities.
The course, presented by Dr. Rafed Mohammed Kareem, covered the role of genetically modified enzymes in sustainable environmental applications and how to integrate advanced biotechnology with sustainability goals. Its content included the fundamentals of enzyme engineering and genetic modification techniques (such as CRISPR and Directed Evolution) to increase enzyme efficiency and stability under harsh conditions. It also addressed the use of enzymes to break down organic pollutants, heavy metals, and toxins in soil and water; the role of engineered enzymes (such as PETase) in breaking down plastics and converting them into recyclable raw materials; renewable energy production; improving cellulose enzymes to efficiently convert agricultural waste into biofuels; and replacing harmful traditional chemical processes in the paper, textile, and detergent industries with environmentally friendly enzyme alternatives. The course also covered the biosafety of genetically modified enzymes and the regulations governing their use in open environments.
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