What significant milestone have researchers from IIT Madras and Mandi achieved in the field of biotechnology?

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What significant milestone have researchers from IIT Madras and Mandi achieved in the field of biotechnology?

A. Genetic Modification of Animals

B. Development of New Fertilizers

C. Enhanced Crop Yield Techniques

D. Production of the anti-cancer drug

Researchers from IIT Madras and Mandi have achieved a significant milestone by metabolically engineering plant cells to boost the production of the anti-cancer drug camptothecin (CPT).

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D. Production of the anti-cancer drug

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