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Jul 01, 2024
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In the ever-evolving field of biotechnology, antibody engineering is a field brimming with opportunities and innovation potential. For aspiring biotechnologists, understanding the significance and applications of antibodies can open doors to exciting careers as antibody engineers.
Key opportunities
Antibody engineering is pivotal in developing targeted therapies for various medical conditions, including cancer, autoimmune diseases, snakebite, and infectious diseases. Biotechnologists leverage this technology to create more effective and less toxic treatments.
How to get started
To pursue a career in antibody engineering, aspiring biotechnologists can start with a bachelor's degree in biotechnology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related fields, focusing on immunology and bioprocess engineering. Advanced degrees like a master's or doctoral programme can provide deeper knowledge in immunology, genetic engineering, and bioinformatics.
To cater to industry and academic demands, Bennett University offers a 4-year BTech in Biotechnology and a 5-year integrated BTech + MTech in Biotechnology programme with a diverse range of specialisations in cuttingedge areas such as Biomedical Technologies, Drug Discovery & Protein Therapeutics, Genetic Counselling & Precision Medicine, Industrial Biotechnology, and Nanotechnology & Biosensors. These programmes also include elective courses in antibody engineering technologies and offer handson training through mini research projects, aiming to equip students to explore dynamic fields such as antibody engineering and other exciting areas in biotechnology.
(The author is assistant professor, Department of Biotechnology, Bennett University)
Published on : Education Times
Date : 01.07.2024
