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Environmental Microbiologyby Terry Gentry; Raina M. Maier; Ian L. Pepper; Charles P. Gerba
Elsevier Science 2008; US$ 79.95For microbiology and environmental microbiology courses, this leading textbook builds on the academic success of the previous edition by including a comprehensive and up-to-date discussion of environmental microbiology as a discipline that has grown in scope and interest in recent years. From environmental science and microbial ecology to topics in molecular genetics, this edition relates environmental microbiology to the work of a variety of life science, ecology, and environmental science investigators. The authors and editors have taken the care to highlight links between environmental microbiology and topics important to our changing world such as bioterrorism and national security with sections on practical issues such as bioremediation,... more...
Thermophilesby Jeurgen Wiegel; Adams Michael W.W.
CRC Press 1998; US$ 180.00Late-1990s developments in the study of thermophiles have had considerable significance on theories of evolution. Scientists have begun to study their biology in an attempt to provide clues about the beginnings of life on our planet. more...
Oral Biofilms and Plaque Controlby H J Busscher; L. V. Buckingham
Informa Healthcare 1999; US$ 149.95The impact of biofilms within the dental community is apparent, with application to dental caries and periodontal diseases This volume, with contributions by international experts in the field, encompasses both fundamental and clinical aspects and thus provides a valuable reference source for information on biofilm formation and control in the oral as well as in other environments. more...
Medical Implications of Biofilmsby Michael Wilson; Deirdre Devine
Cambridge University Press 2003; US$ 52.00As biofilms exhibit increased tolerance towards anti-microbial agents and decreased susceptibility to host defense systems, biofilm-associated diseases have become difficult to treat. New techniques have revolutionized our understanding of biofilms, resulting in advances in the prevention and treatment of biofilm-related diseases. This book presents these advances to clinicians and medical researchers. more...
Geomicrobiologyby Henry L. Ehrlich
Marcel Dekker Inc 2002; US$ 239.95This work explores the role that microbes have played in specific geological processes - featuring findings on the expanding microbial habitat. It includes end-of-chapter summaries, more than 2800 literature citations and a glossary of key terms. more...
Tracking Genetically-Engineered Microorganismsby Janet K. Jansson; J. D. van Elsas
Landes Bioscience 2000; US$ 119.00Table of Contents -- 1. Problems in detecting dormant (VBNC) cells, and the role of DNA elements in this response -- 2. The use of antibiotic resistance gene markers for studying bacterial populations in natural environments... more...
Dairy Microbiology Handbookby Richard K. Robinson
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2005; US$ 216.00Throughout the world, milk and milk products are indispensable components of the food chain. Not only do individual consumers use liquid milk for beverages and cooking, but food manufacturers use vast quantities of milk powder, concentrated milks, butter, and cream as raw materials for further processing. Effective quality assurance in the dairy industry is needed now more than ever. This completely revised and expanded Third Edition of Dairy Microbiology Handbook, comprising both Volume I: Microbiology of Milk and Volume II: Microbiology of Milk Products, updates the discipline’s authoritative text with the latest safety research, guidelines, and information. Pathogens have become a major issue in dairy manufacturing. Escheria coli is... more...
Freshwater Microbiologyby David Sigee
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2005; US$ 190.00This unique textbook takes a broad look at the rapidly expanding field of freshwater microbiology. Concentrating on the interactions between viruses, bacteria, algae, fungi and micro-invertebrates, the book gives a wide biological appeal. Alongside conventional aspects such as phytoplankton characterisation, seasonal changes and nutrient cycles, the title focuses on the dynamic and applied aspects that are not covered within the current textbooks in the field. Complete coverage of all fresh water biota from viruses to invertebrates Unique focus on microbial interactions including coverage of biofilms, important communities on all exposed rivers and lakes. New information on molecular and microscopical techniques including a study of gene... more...
Community Structure and Co-operation in Biofilmsby David G. Allison; P. Gilbert; H. M. Lappin-Scott; M. Wilson; Melanie Scourfield
Cambridge University Press 2000; US$ 133.00Biofilm is of interest to a range of disciplines, from medicine to water technology. Although the habitats differ widely, common elements exist such as attachment, coadhesion and regulation of biofilm phenotype and architecture. This book aims to distil the common principles of biofilm physiology and growth for all interested disciplines. more...









