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Science 11 February 1983:
Vol. 219. no. 4585, pp. 632 - 637
DOI: 10.1126/science.6337396
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Science, Vol 219, Issue 4585, 632-637
Copyright © 1983 by American Association for the Advancement of Science

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Human insulin from recombinant DNA technology

IS Johnson

Human insulin produced by recombinant DNA technology is the first commercial health care product derived from this technology. Work on this product was initiated before there were federal guidelines for large-scale recombinant DNA work or commercial development of recombinant DNA products. The steps taken to facilitate acceptance of large-scale work and proof of the identity and safety of such a product are described. While basic studies in recombinant DNA technology will continue to have a profound impact on research in the life sciences, commercial applications may well be controlled by economic conditions and the availability of investment capital.


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