Vadim V. Demidov is Senior Analyst in the Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals Group at Global Prior Art, Inc. (Boston, USA), an intellectual property research & analysis firm. He received M.S. degree in Physical/Chemical Engineering and Ph.D. degree in Biophysics from Moscow Physical-Technological Institute. Afterwards, he worked worldwide, including Moscow Institute of Biotechnology and Institute of Molecular Genetics (Russia), Copenhagen University (Denmark), and George Mason University and Boston University (USA). Demidov has recently published two books on DNA Amplification Technologies. He also served as Editorial Board member for professional journals, including Trends in Biotechnology, Expert Review of Molecular Diagnostics and Current Medicinal Chemistry, and awarded Silver Medal from Russian Exhibition of Economic Achievements.
This book will undoubtedly fuel imagination and enthusiasm for research in this area and is sure to inspire the next generation of DNA researchers. ... Demidov's book will appeal to broad multidisciplinary audiences, beyond immediate researchers, including university and college students and teachers who may find this book highly stimulating. It will provide plenty of food for thought. (Andrei Khlobystov, Chemistry & Industry, February, 2021)