This groundbreaking innovation allowed scientists to splice and manipulate genes, creating genetically modified organisms (GMOs) capable of producing therapeutic proteins.
One of the most iconic examples of biotech's transformative potential is the advent of recombinant DNA technology. This groundbreaking innovation allowed scientists to splice and manipulate genes, creating genetically modified organisms (GMOs) capable of producing therapeutic proteins. The development of recombinant insulin in the 1980s, produced using genetically engineered Escherichia coli bacteria, marked a major milestone in biotech commercialization, offering a safer and more reliable source of insulin for millions of diabetics worldwide.