Antibacterial Coatings
The Fight Against Bacteria
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Decomposer Basidiomycetes: Their Biology and Ecology
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This volume concerns the breakdown of dead organic materials by the basidiomycetes or toadstools, one of the three major groups of fungi. Although the decomposer members of this group are ecologically and commercially of immense importance, this is the first symposium to focus on them. Various aspects of the taxonomy, sporulation, growth, enzyme activity and genetics of the organisms are discussed first. The roles of basidiomycetes in the nutrient cycles and energy … More >>Decomposer Basidiomycetes: Their Biology and Ecology
Bacteria in Nature: Volume 2: Methods and Special Applications in Bacterial Ecology
Bacteria in Nature: Volume 2: Methods and Special Applications in Bacterial Ecology
Molecular Microbial Ecology
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Microoganisms are distributed across every ecosystem, and microbial transformations are fundamental to the operation of the biosphere. Microbial ecology is the study of this interaction between microorganisms and their environment, and arguably represents one of the most important areas of biological research. Yet for many years our study of microbial flora was severely limited: the primary method of culturing microorganisms on media allowed us to study only bet… More >>Molecular Microbial Ecology
Microbial Ecology: An Evolutionary Approach
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Based on the thesis that insights into both evolution and ecology can be obtained through the study of microorganismsm, Microbial Ecology examines microbiology through the lens of evolutionary ecology. Measured from a microbial perspective, this text covers such topics as optimal foraging, genome, reduction, novel evolutionary mechanisms, bacterial speciation, and r and K selection. Numerous aspects of microbial existence are also discussed and include: spec… More >>Microbial Ecology: An Evolutionary Approach
Rhizoctonia Species: Taxonomy, Molecular Biology, Ecology, Pathology and Disease Control
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Rhizoctonia Species: Taxonomy, Molecular Biology, Ecology, Pathology and Control, written by the world’s most reputable experts in their respective fields of Rhizoctonia research, summarizes years of research in the various aspects of the ubiquitous complex group of soil-borne fungi belonging to the anamorph genus Rhizoctonia. Species of Rhizoctonia worldwide cause economically important diseases on most of the world’s important plants such as cereals, potato,… More >>Rhizoctonia Species: Taxonomy, Molecular Biology, Ecology, Pathology and Disease Control
The Ecology of Cyanobacteria: Their Diversity in Time and Space
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Cyanobacteria make a major contribution to world photosynthesis and nitrogen fixation, but are also notorious for causing nuisances such as dense and often toxic `blooms’ in lakes and the ocean. The Ecology of Cyanobacteria: Their Diversity in Time and Space is the first book to focus solely on ecological aspects of these organisms. Its twenty-two chapters are written by some thirty authors, who are leading experts in their particular subject. The book begin… More >>The Ecology of Cyanobacteria: Their Diversity in Time and Space
Azospirillum VI and Related Microorganisms:: Genetics – Physiology – Ecology
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Azospirillum is a plant growth promoting rhizobacterium used for inoculation of cereal and forage crops. The book covers its physiology, ecology, biochemistry, and molecular biology. The most advanced molecular techniques to understand the regulatory mechanisms of nitrogen fixation and ammonia assimilation, as well as the basis of phytohormone production, are included. In particular, the identification of novel types of promoters, specific regulatory circuits, and n… More >>Azospirillum VI and Related Microorganisms:: Genetics – Physiology – Ecology
Phage Ecology
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This book explores the distribution, fate and ecology of phage in the environment and points up the important applications of this information. The text begins with an historical overview, followed by a discussion of the current state of phage taxonomy. Next is covered the distribution patterns and fate of phage in diverse environments, eg soil, fresh water, marine water and water and wastewater treatment plants. Factors that can influence the numbers and activity o… More >>Phage Ecology
Methanogenesis – Ecology, Physiology, Biochemistry & Genetics
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Since the general recognition of the Archaebacteria, research into the evolution, metabolism, molecular biology and ecological roles of these fastidious anaerobes has proceeded at an ever-increasing pace. All possess a very novel biochemistry and many exploit unique ecological niches. Methanogens, which convert one-and-two carbon compounds into the important atmospheric gas methane, are the largest group among the Archaebacteria. Of all microbial groups, met… More >>Methanogenesis – Ecology, Physiology, Biochemistry & Genetics
