This book review series presents current trends in modern biotechnology. The aim is to cover
all aspects of this interdisciplinary technology where knowledge methods and expertise are
required from chemistry biochemistry microbiology genetics chemical engineering and
computer science. Volumes are organized topically and provide a comprehensive discussion of
developments in the respective field over the past 3-5 years. The series also discusses new
discoveries and applications. Special volumes are dedicated to selected topics which focus on
new biotechnological products and new processes for their synthesis and purification. In
general special volumes are edited by well-known guest editors. The series editor and
publisher will however always be pleased to receive suggestions and supplementary information.
Manuscripts are accepted in English.