The biotechnology industry involves the use of living organisms or biological processes to develop or make products. This can include the use of microorganisms such as bacteria or yeast to produce drugs or other products, or the use of plant or animal cells to create biologics or other substances. Some examples of products developed using biotechnology include insulin for treating diabetes, genetically modified crops, and biodegradable plastics. Other applications of biotechnology include environmental cleanup, soil conservation, and waste management.
Industry’s Top Companies:
- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
- Vertex Pharmaceuticals
- Moderna
- BioNTech
- Genmab
- Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
- Royalty Pharma
- Seagen
- Argenx
- BeiGene
- United Therapeutics
- Jazz Pharmaceuticals
