In this accessible and engaging book, John Postgate explores the profound impact of microorganisms on human life and the environment. The 4th edition has been extensively updated to include contemporary topics such as Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), genetic manipulation, and gene therapy. The book is structured into chapters that cover various aspects of microbiology, including the role of mic…
A comprehensive and balanced introduction to microbiology covering fundamental concepts and applications. Designed for students in allied health, medicine, dentistry, nursing, research, and industry, requiring prior coursework in biology and chemistry. Features updated scientific content, clear writing, abundant artwork, integrated themes of evolution, ecology, diversity, and clinical rel…
Innovative atlas presenting bacteria in community (‘consorms’) context using morphology, habitat, redox potential, and water-viscosity criteria EPA CFPUB +14 Barnes & Noble +14 CiNii +14 Provides a two-dimensional “Bacteriological Positioning System” (BPS) to classify bacterial consortia functionally CiNii +5 Barnes & Noble +5 Routledge +5 Emphasizes applied identifi…
This volume provides an authoritative overview on: Parvovirus structure, genome organization, replication, and evolution of both vertebrate (Parvovirinae) and arthropod (Densovirinae) viruses CiNii +2 Karger +2 All Bookstores +2 Pathogenic mechanisms in veterinary and human disease, including oncosuppressive effects Latest research up to 2000, including use of parvoviruses as ge…
A comprehensive lab manual designed to bridge the gap between a typical protocol manual and a laboratory atlas. Its key features include: 46 practitioner-tested experiments spanning: Microscopy of prokaryotes, fungi, protozoa, invertebrates Staining techniques (Gram, acid-fast, spores, capsules, flagella) Aseptic techniques, culture media, biochemical and clinical bacterial identifi…
Comprehensive introduction to microbial ecology, merging theory with experimental approaches Open Library +5 Barnes & Noble +5 AbeBooks +5 . Enhanced coverage of key topics including: Biofilms, thermal-vent and extreme habitats Nutrient starvation responses Molecular ecology techniques and biodiversity assessments Biodegradation and bioremediation strategies eBay +13 …
Advanced textbook for upper-level undergrad or graduate courses SpringerLink +8 AIP Publishing LLC +8 Amazon +8 Divided into two main parts: Overviews – fundamental principles of biological inorganic chemistry Metal-ion systems – detailed chapters on transport, storage, catalysis, electron transfer, oxygen/O₂ metabolism, radical enzymes, metal‑nucleic acid interactions, …