2009 microbiology books and molecular biology books

ABC Transporters in Microorganisms: Research, Innovation and Value as Targets against Drug Resistance

ABC Transporters in Microorganisms Buy now!

Edited by: Alicia Ponte-Sucre
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-49-3
Price: GB £159 or US $319
This concise volume describes the latest, up-to-date theory, methodology and applications of ABC transporters in microorganisms. The topics include the structure, physiology and evolution of ABC transporters, as well as their special characteristics in specific microorganisms including bacteria, yeast, trypanosomes and malaria parasites. In particular the book describes the most recent research and innovations relative to the role of ABC transporters in the design of strategies to circumvent drug resistance in microorganisms. Each chapter comprises an exhaustive review of the particular topic and provides insights into the future of the field both from the scientific and clinical perspective. Essential reading for anyone involved in this field and a recommended volume for all microbiology laboratories. read more ...

Pili and Flagella: Current Research and Future Trends Buy now!

Edited by: Ken Jarrell
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-48-6
Price: GB £159 or US $319
This book, the first for many years on this important topic, brings together some of the top scientists in the field and describes the current knowledge and latest research on prokaryotic pili and flagella. The emphasis of the chapters is on the molecular biology, genetics, structure, assembly and function of these structures. Topics include biogenesis, structure, and function of various pili in Gram-negative and Gram-positive organisms, flagellar gene expression, structure and assembly, the flagella motor, posttranslational modifications of flagella systems, lateral flagella systems, the origin and evolution of flagella, applications of flagella as a surface display and expression system, and a chapter on the flagella and pili of Archaea. A recommended text for all microbiology laboratories and an essential volume for anyone involved in microbial adhesion, pathogenesis, virulence, structural biology, host colonization and motility. read more ...

Lab-on-a-Chip Technology: Biomolecular Separation and Analysis

Lab-on-a-Chip Technology (Vol. 2): Biomolecular Separation and Analysis Buy now!

Edited by: Keith E. Herold and Avraham Rasooly
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-47-9
Price: GB £159 or US $319
The editors of this book have brought together expert authors from many countries to produce a comprehensive volume focusing on the applications of LOC technology in the biomedical and life sciences. The first section includes chapters on LOC biomolecule separation. Separation of biomolecules is an important element of various clinical laboratories and is required for many "down stream" analytical applications. Various electrophoresis and liquid chromatography applications for proteins and DNA are described as well as methods for cell separation, with an emphasis on blood cell separation, which have many important clinical applications. The second part includes chapters on analysis and manipulation technologies. Authors describe protein, genetic (mainly PCR) and transcriptome analysis with examples from research and clinical applications, as well as cell manipulation and analysis including cell viability analysis and microorganism capturing. A skillful selection of topics of exceptional importance to current science ensures that this book will be of major value to a wide range of molecular biologists, clinical scientists, microbiologists, biochemists and anyone interested in LOC technology or developing applications for LOC devices. read more ...

Lab-on-a-Chip Technology: Fabrication and Microfluidics

Lab-on-a-Chip Technology (Vol. 1): Fabrication and Microfluidics Buy now!

Edited by: Keith E. Herold and Avraham Rasooly
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-46-2
Price: GB £159 or US $319
This invaluable book describes the latest methods and novel technologies being developed for the fabrication of LOC devices and new approaches for fluid control and manipulation. Expert authors from around the world describe and discuss the newest technologies for the prototyping of devices, including replication and direct machining methods of fabrication. Part I of the book covers all aspects of fabrication including laser micromachining, silicon and glass micromachining, PMMA and COC microfluidic substrates, and xurography (LOC prototyping with a cutting plotter). Part II focuses on fluid control and manipulation for LOC systems. As well as providing examples of the use of pumps in microfluidics, topics covered include electrokinetic pumping (electroosmois), electrochemical pumping and electrowetting, and the fabrication of a microchip for rapid polymerase chain reaction (PCR). This comprehensive volume presents the current technologies in the field and includes theoretical and technical information to enable both the understanding of the technology and the reproduction of experiments. The book aims to help the reader to understand current LOC technologies, to perform similar experiments, to design new LOC systems and to develop new methodologies and applications. An essential book for biologists and clinicians using LOC technology and developing applications and also for engineering, chemical and physical science researchers developing analytical technologies. The book will also be useful as a teaching tool for bioengineering, biomedical engineering and biology. read more ...

Bacterial Polysaccharides: Current Innovations and Future Trends Buy now!

Edited by: Matthias Ullrich
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-45-5
Price: GB £159 or US $319
In this timely book a cohort of experienced and authoritative experts review the most important innovations in research on and biotechnological applications of bacterial polysaccharides. The book takes an interdisciplinary view that examines this fascinating subject area in detail from molecular biology, genome-, transcriptome- and proteome-wide perspectives, and looks at the ecological aspects and systems biology approaches. Hence the book provides a sound basis for future research directions including high efficiency applications of bacterial polysaccharides in medicine, the food industry, and renewable energy production. Topics include: peptidoglycan, lipopolysaccharide, arabinogalactan, capsule gene expression in Escherichia coli, immune response to polysaccharides, polysaccharides from periodontopathic bacteria, role in dental plaque, biofilms, levan, amylovoran and much more. Essential reading for everyone with an interest in bacterial polysaccharides, from the PhD student to the experienced scientist, as it provides a timely review of the current and most topical areas of research. read more ...

Acanthamoeba: Biology and Pathogenesis Buy now!

Author: Naveed Khan
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-43-1
Price: GB £159 or US $319
This compilation will serve as an essential reference for parasitologists, microbiologists, immunologists, and physicians in the field of basic and medical microbiology, as well as an invaluable reference for new and experienced researchers who wish to understand this organism better. This book is the definitive guide to current research on this increasingly important organism. read more ...

Bacterial Secreted Proteins: Secretory Mechanisms and Role in Pathogenesis Buy now!

Edited by: Karl Wooldridge
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-42-4
Price: GB £159 or US $319
This extensive publication on bacterial secreted proteins, the secretory systems of bacteria and the vital role of secreted proteins in bacterial pathogenesis will be of immense value to all microbiologists, molecular biologists, public health scientists and researchers engaged in the study of pathogenesis, drug design and vaccine development. A skillful selection of topics and a panel of acknowledged experts as authors have ensured that this volume will become an important reference source for many years to come. The book is divided into two sections. The first section describes the various protein secretion systems including mechanisms for secretion across the cytoplasmic membrane of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, specialized mechanisms for secretion across the Gram-negative outer membrane, systems for transport across both membranes of Gram-negative bacteria, protein secretion systems in Gram-positive bacteria, the secretion of surface fimbrae/pili and a chapter on the less well defined pathways. Section 2 describes the protein secretion mechanisms and secreted proteins of a number of important human, veterinary and plant pathogens and their role in the pathogenicity of these organisms. The pathogens covered have been selected on the basis that there is active research on protein secretion by these pathogens and they employ a diverse array of secreted proteins and protein secretion systems. Each chapter of the book can be read in isolation, particularly the chapters in section 2. The book constitutes a broad and in-depth description of the current knowledge of bacterial protein secretion and its role in pathogenesis. A recommended reference volume for all microbiology libraries. read more ...

Lactobacillus Molecular Biology: From Genomics to Probiotics Buy now!

Edited by: Åsa Ljungh and Torkel Wadström
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-41-7
Price: GB £159 or US $319
This major new work focuses on recent research on the molecular biology and genomics of Lactobacillus. Written by an international team of scientists the volume is an essential reference for all medical researchers, dairy technologists, microbiologists and biotechnologists in the academic and industrial sectors. Topics covered include phylogenetics, taxonomy, comparative genomics, functional genomics, the intestinal microflora, surface proteins, stress responses, interaction with the immune system, probiotics, anti-cancer potential, and much more. Essential reading for all scientists involved with lactic acid bacteria or probiotic research and a recommended book for all microbiology laboratories. read more ...

Real-Time PCR: Current Technology and Applications Buy now!

Edited by: Julie Logan, Kirstin Edwards and Nick Saunders
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-39-4
Price: GB £159 or US $319
This essential manual presents a comprehensive guide to the most up-to-date technologies and applications as well as providing an overview of the theory of this increasingly important technique. Renowned experts in the field describe and discuss the latest PCR platforms, fluorescent chemistries, validation software, data analysis, and internal and external controls. This timely and authoritative volume also discusses a wide range of RT-PCR applications including: clinical diagnostics, biodefense, RNA expression studies, validation of array data, mutation detection, food authenticity and legislation, NASBA, molecular halotyping, and much more. An essential book for all laboratories using PCR. read more ...

Clostridia: Molecular Biology in the Post-genomic Era Buy now!

Edited by: Holger Brüggemann and Gerhard Gottschalk
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-38-7
Price: GB £159 or US $319
In this book internationally recognised Clostridium experts critically review the most important aspects of clostridial research, providing the first coherent picture of the organism's molecular and cellular biology in this post-genomic era. The first major focus of the book is the genetics and molecular biology of the major clostridial toxins including: botulinum and tetanus neurotoxins, C. difficile large exotoxins, C. perfringens enterotoxin, pore-forming and binary bacterial toxins. Other topics include: molecular epidemiology of C. botulinum and C. difficile, metabolic networks in C. acetobutylicum, development of genetic knock-out systems for clostridia, surface structures, anti tumor potential of clostridia, and antibiotic resistance determinants in C. difficile. Essential reading for every clostridia researcher, from the PhD student to the experienced scientist, as it provides a timely review of current research. read more ...

Plant Pathogenic Bacteria: Genomics and Molecular Biology Buy now!

Edited by: Robert W. Jackson
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-37-0
Price: GB £159 or US $319
In this book, internationally acclaimed experts review the most important developments providing an invaluable, up-to-date summary of the molecular biology and genomics of plant pathogenic bacteria. The book opens with two chapters on bacterial evolution, diversity and taxonomy, topics that have been transformed by molecular biology and genomics analyses. The third chapter delves into the crucially understudied area of pathogen adaptation to the plant apoplast environment. The following seven chapters focus on specific plant pathogens: Agrobacterium, Leifsonia, Pectobacterium, Pseudomonas, Ralstonia, Xanthomonas, and Xylella. The next four chapters review specific, intensively studied areas of research in the plant pathogen field: microbe associated molecular patterns (MAMPs) and innate immunity; use of bacterial virulence factors to suppress plant defence; cyclic di-GMP signalling and the regulation of virulence; and plasmids and the spread of virulence. The final chapter covers the critical area of bioinformatics. With contributions from some of the pioneering bacterial plant pathogen genome sequencers, this book is essential reading for every plant pathogen researcher, from the PhD student to the experienced scientist, as it provides a timely review of the current and most topical areas of research. read more ...

Microbial Production of Biopolymers and Polymer Precursors: Applications and Perspectives Buy now!

Edited by: Bernd H. A. Rehm
Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-904455-36-3
Price: GB £159 or US $319
Written by expert, internationally renowned scientists, this comprehensive volume describes in detail the use of microorganisms for the production of the most important biopolymers and polymer precursors. The authors describe, in depth, the biosynthetic pathways, physical properties and industrial production processes and discuss in detail the genetic and metabolic engineering of microorganisms for biopolymer production. Also highlighted are the applications and potential applications of the biopolymers and microbial biotechnology. Topics include the biochemistry and genetics of biosynthesis of xanthan, alginate, cellulose, cyanophycin, poly(gamma-glutamic acid), levan, hyaluronic acid, organic acids, oligosaccharides and polysaccharides, and polyhydroxyalkanoates. A recommended book for all biotechnology and microbiology laboratories. read more ...

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