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Environmental Microbiology publications
Microbial Efflux Pumps book available very soon
The new book on Microbial Efflux Pumps edited by Edward W. Yu, Qijing Zhang and Melissa H. Brown will be available for dispatch within the next 2 or 3 weeks read more ...
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 | Edited by: Edward W. Yu, Qijing Zhang and Melissa H. Brown ISBN: 978-1-908230-21-8 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: June 2013 Cover: hardback |
Oral Microbial Ecology book available very soon
The new book on Oral Microbial Ecology edited by Nicholas S. Jakubovics and Robert J. Palmer Jr. will be available for dispatch within the next 2 or 3 weeks read more ...
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 | Edited by: Nicholas S. Jakubovics and Robert J. Palmer Jr. ISBN: 978-1-908230-17-1 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: April 2013 Cover: hardback |
Cold-Adapted Microorganisms
Isao Yumoto presents a new book on Cold-Adapted Microorganisms
In this up-to-date book, prominent authors present cutting-edge knowledge and current concepts on cold-adapted microorganisms. Divided into three main sections the book covers the major aspects of biodiversity in cold ecosystems, the physiology and molecular adaptation mechanisms, and the various biomolecules related to cold adaptation. Individual chapters cover the various habitats and the diverse strategies employed to cope with the cold. This major new work represents a valuable source of information to all those scientists interested in cold-adapted microorganisms, extremophiles, microbial ecology and environmental microbiology read more ...
In this up-to-date book, prominent authors present cutting-edge knowledge and current concepts on cold-adapted microorganisms. Divided into three main sections the book covers the major aspects of biodiversity in cold ecosystems, the physiology and molecular adaptation mechanisms, and the various biomolecules related to cold adaptation. Individual chapters cover the various habitats and the diverse strategies employed to cope with the cold. This major new work represents a valuable source of information to all those scientists interested in cold-adapted microorganisms, extremophiles, microbial ecology and environmental microbiology read more ...
 | Edited by: Isao Yumoto read more ...ISBN: 978-1-908230-26-3 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2013 Cover: hardback |
Bioremediation of Mercury book available very soon
The new book on Bioremediation of Mercury edited by Irene Wagner-Döbler will be available for dispatch within the next 2 or 3 weeks read more ...
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 | Edited by: Irene Wagner-Döbler ISBN: 978-1-908230-13-3 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: January 2013 Cover: hardback |
Horizontal Gene Transfer in Microorganisms book available very soon
The new book on Horizontal Gene Transfer in Microorganisms edited by M. Pilar Francino will be available for dispatch within the next 2 or 3 weeks read more ...
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 | Edited by: M. Pilar Francino ISBN: 978-1-908230-10-2 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2012 Cover: hardback |
Microbial Efflux Pumps
Edward W. Yu, Qijing Zhang and Melissa H. Brown present a new book on Microbial Efflux Pumps: Current Research
Infectious diseases caused by bacteria remain a leading cause of death worldwide. Many of the antibiotics developed to combat bacterial infections have been rendered almost impotent due to the rapid evolution and spread of antibiotic resistance. A common and major resistance mechanism, the efflux system, enables bacteria to extrude structurally diverse antimicrobials, facilitating survival in toxic environments. The pumps also have important physiological functions, play major roles in bacterial pathogenesis and are distributed widely across diverse bacterial species. In addition a single species may harbour several different types of efflux systems: of these, active efflux has proven to be one of the most successful detoxification mechanisms used by both Gram-positive and -negative pathogens. Unravelling the intricacies of the microbial efflux systems is essential for the development of new strategies to overcome antimicrobial resistance. This has inspired a plethora of multidisciplinary research projects that have focused on the biochemistry, bioinformatics, structural and molecular biology of this fascinating field. With contributions from leading researchers in the field, this book reviews the most important current research and summarizes the most spectacular discoveries. Essential reading for all scientists with an interest in drug and antibiotic resistance in a range of different microorganisms read more ...
Infectious diseases caused by bacteria remain a leading cause of death worldwide. Many of the antibiotics developed to combat bacterial infections have been rendered almost impotent due to the rapid evolution and spread of antibiotic resistance. A common and major resistance mechanism, the efflux system, enables bacteria to extrude structurally diverse antimicrobials, facilitating survival in toxic environments. The pumps also have important physiological functions, play major roles in bacterial pathogenesis and are distributed widely across diverse bacterial species. In addition a single species may harbour several different types of efflux systems: of these, active efflux has proven to be one of the most successful detoxification mechanisms used by both Gram-positive and -negative pathogens. Unravelling the intricacies of the microbial efflux systems is essential for the development of new strategies to overcome antimicrobial resistance. This has inspired a plethora of multidisciplinary research projects that have focused on the biochemistry, bioinformatics, structural and molecular biology of this fascinating field. With contributions from leading researchers in the field, this book reviews the most important current research and summarizes the most spectacular discoveries. Essential reading for all scientists with an interest in drug and antibiotic resistance in a range of different microorganisms read more ...
| Edited by: Edward W. Yu, Qijing Zhang and Melissa H. Brown read more ...ISBN: 978-1-908230-21-8 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: June 2013 Cover: hardback |
Oral Microbial Ecology
Nicholas S. Jakubovics and Robert J. Palmer Jr. present a new book on Oral Microbial Ecology: Current Research and New Perspectives
Expert authors from around the world provide an update on recent developments in the burgeoning field of oral microbial ecology. The focus of the book is on the most topical areas in oral microbiology and the volume is a major new work in the field. The chapters are arranged into five sections: microbial populations in oral biofilms, the structure of oral biofilms, communication and sensing within biofilms, health to disease - the microbial community perspective, and new approaches for oral biofilm control. Specialist authors contribute chapters on various topics including population biology, detection and culture of novel oral bacteria, bacterial catabolism of salivary substrates, structural organization of oral biofilms, the extracellular polysaccharides matrix, extracellular proteins and DNA in the matrix, a holistic view of inter-species bacterial interactions, environmental sensory perception, microbial community interactions of Streptococcus mutans, biofilms in periodontal health and disease, oral biofilms as a reservoir for pathogens, oral biofilms as a device for therapeutic agents, and probiotics in oral healthcare. The book is an essential text for scientists interested in oral microbiology, bacterial communities and biofilms and is recommended reading for anyone working in the areas of oral health, and the pathogenesis of dental caries and periodontal disease. A recommended book for all microbiology laboratories read more ...
Expert authors from around the world provide an update on recent developments in the burgeoning field of oral microbial ecology. The focus of the book is on the most topical areas in oral microbiology and the volume is a major new work in the field. The chapters are arranged into five sections: microbial populations in oral biofilms, the structure of oral biofilms, communication and sensing within biofilms, health to disease - the microbial community perspective, and new approaches for oral biofilm control. Specialist authors contribute chapters on various topics including population biology, detection and culture of novel oral bacteria, bacterial catabolism of salivary substrates, structural organization of oral biofilms, the extracellular polysaccharides matrix, extracellular proteins and DNA in the matrix, a holistic view of inter-species bacterial interactions, environmental sensory perception, microbial community interactions of Streptococcus mutans, biofilms in periodontal health and disease, oral biofilms as a reservoir for pathogens, oral biofilms as a device for therapeutic agents, and probiotics in oral healthcare. The book is an essential text for scientists interested in oral microbiology, bacterial communities and biofilms and is recommended reading for anyone working in the areas of oral health, and the pathogenesis of dental caries and periodontal disease. A recommended book for all microbiology laboratories read more ...
| Edited by: Nicholas S. Jakubovics and Robert J. Palmer Jr. read more ...ISBN: 978-1-908230-17-1 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: April 2013 Cover: hardback |
Foodborne and Waterborne Bacterial Pathogens book available very soon
The new book on Foodborne and Waterborne Bacterial Pathogens edited by Shah M. Faruque will be available for dispatch within the next 2 or 3 weeks read more ...
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 | Edited by: Shah M. Faruque ISBN: 978-1-908230-06-5 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: July 2012 Cover: hardback |
Bacterial Regulatory Networks book available very soon
The new book on Bacterial Regulatory Networks edited by Alain A.M. Filloux will be available for dispatch within the next 2 or 3 weeks read more ...
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 | Edited by: Alain A.M. Filloux ISBN: 978-1-908230-03-4 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: June 2012 Cover: hardback |
Stress Response in Microbiology book available very soon
The new book on Stress Response in Microbiology edited by Jose M. Requena will be available for dispatch within the next 2 or 3 weeks read more ...
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 | Edited by: Jose M. Requena ISBN: 978-1-908230-04-1 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: June 2012 Cover: hardback |
Bioremediation of Mercury
Irene Wagner-Döbler presents a new book on Bioremediation of Mercury: Current Research and Industrial Applications
In this timely book, established mercury experts review the latest research in this area, including the genetic engineering of bacteria and plants. The gap between laboratory research and field application is bridged using case studies: An abandoned chlor-alkali electrolysis factory in Kazhakhstan, a former PVC plant in Albania, and the Madeira River Basin in the Amazon region. The remaining chapters cover: the mercury-cell process of the chlor-alkali electrolysis industry; a pilot plant for wastewater bioremediation; and a comparison of the efficiency of microbial bioremediation to clean-up three types of industrial wastewater. The book covers the complete range from laboratory scale research to full scale industrial operation and shows a multitude of options for future mercury bioremediation technologies. Essential reading for research scientists, graduate students, and other specialists interested in mercury bioremediation, the book is also recommended reading for environmental microbiologists, chemists and engineers read more ...
In this timely book, established mercury experts review the latest research in this area, including the genetic engineering of bacteria and plants. The gap between laboratory research and field application is bridged using case studies: An abandoned chlor-alkali electrolysis factory in Kazhakhstan, a former PVC plant in Albania, and the Madeira River Basin in the Amazon region. The remaining chapters cover: the mercury-cell process of the chlor-alkali electrolysis industry; a pilot plant for wastewater bioremediation; and a comparison of the efficiency of microbial bioremediation to clean-up three types of industrial wastewater. The book covers the complete range from laboratory scale research to full scale industrial operation and shows a multitude of options for future mercury bioremediation technologies. Essential reading for research scientists, graduate students, and other specialists interested in mercury bioremediation, the book is also recommended reading for environmental microbiologists, chemists and engineers read more ...
| Edited by: Irene Wagner-Döbler read more ...ISBN: 978-1-908230-13-3 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2012 Cover: hardback |
Horizontal Gene Transfer in Microorganisms
M. Pilar Francino presents a new book on Horizontal Gene Transfer in Microorganisms
Under the expert guidance of the editor, M. Pilar Francino, expert authors from around the world have contributed novel work and comprehensive, up-to-date reviews on the most topical aspects of horizontal gene transfer in microorganisms. Topics include: gene survival in emergent genomes, evolution of prokaryotic pangenomes, horizontal transfer of host-adaptability systems, barriers to horizontal gene transfer, evolution of horizontally transferred genes, lateral gene transfer in natural ecosystems, maintenance of plasmids among bacteria, mobile genetic elements in metagenomes, and the evolution of antibiotic resistance genes. Aimed primarily at research scientists, graduate students and other experts, this book is a major resource for anyone interested in horizontal gene transfer, microbial evolution or antibiotic resistance in bacteria. A recommended book for all microbiology laboratories read more ...
Under the expert guidance of the editor, M. Pilar Francino, expert authors from around the world have contributed novel work and comprehensive, up-to-date reviews on the most topical aspects of horizontal gene transfer in microorganisms. Topics include: gene survival in emergent genomes, evolution of prokaryotic pangenomes, horizontal transfer of host-adaptability systems, barriers to horizontal gene transfer, evolution of horizontally transferred genes, lateral gene transfer in natural ecosystems, maintenance of plasmids among bacteria, mobile genetic elements in metagenomes, and the evolution of antibiotic resistance genes. Aimed primarily at research scientists, graduate students and other experts, this book is a major resource for anyone interested in horizontal gene transfer, microbial evolution or antibiotic resistance in bacteria. A recommended book for all microbiology laboratories read more ...
| Edited by: M. Pilar Francino read more ...ISBN: 978-1-908230-10-2 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2012 Cover: hardback |
Microbial Ecological Theory
Lesley A. Ogilvie and Penny R. Hirsch present a new book on Microbial Ecological Theory: Current Perspectives
Written for graduate students and academic researchers, the book aims to encourage cross-disciplinary thinking and provide direction and perspective on the still fledgling field of microbial ecological theory. This volume is highly recommended for all microbiology libraries read more ...
Written for graduate students and academic researchers, the book aims to encourage cross-disciplinary thinking and provide direction and perspective on the still fledgling field of microbial ecological theory. This volume is highly recommended for all microbiology libraries read more ...
 | Edited by: Lesley A. Ogilvie and Penny R. Hirsch read more ...ISBN: 978-1-908230-09-6 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: September 2012 Cover: hardback |
Two-Component Systems in Bacteria
Roy Gross and Dagmar Beier present a new book on Two-Component Systems in Bacteria
In this book, expert authors from around the world present the current knowledge on two-component systems in bacteria and critically evaluate the vast amount of exciting new information that has been brought to light in recent years. The eighteen chapters cover various topics including the structure-function analysis of two-component systems, the sensing mechanisms, essential or atypical two-component systems and signaling networks, two-component systems in stress responses, two-component systems in developmental processes, and two-component systems in virulence and symbiosis. The aim of this book is to provide a comprehensive overview of the area for graduate students, academic scientists and researchers in the pharmaceutical industry. This major reference work is essential reading for everyone working on bacterial regulation or antimicrobial drug design and a recommended volume for all microbiology libraries read more ...
In this book, expert authors from around the world present the current knowledge on two-component systems in bacteria and critically evaluate the vast amount of exciting new information that has been brought to light in recent years. The eighteen chapters cover various topics including the structure-function analysis of two-component systems, the sensing mechanisms, essential or atypical two-component systems and signaling networks, two-component systems in stress responses, two-component systems in developmental processes, and two-component systems in virulence and symbiosis. The aim of this book is to provide a comprehensive overview of the area for graduate students, academic scientists and researchers in the pharmaceutical industry. This major reference work is essential reading for everyone working on bacterial regulation or antimicrobial drug design and a recommended volume for all microbiology libraries read more ...
 | Edited by: Roy Gross and Dagmar Beier read more ...ISBN: 978-1-908230-08-9 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: August 2012 Cover: hardback |
Foodborne and Waterborne Bacterial Pathogens
Shah M. Faruque presents a new book on Foodborne and Waterborne Bacterial Pathogens: Epidemiology, Evolution and Molecular Biology
Food- and waterborne pathogens continue to be a major cause of mortality in developing countries and cause significant morbidity in developed nations. Important pathogens include species or strains of Salmonella, Vibrio, Shigella, Escherichia coli, Yersinia, Staphylococcus and Campylobacter. Understanding the molecular basis of pathogenesis, its evolution and spread is critical to the development of new strategies for disease prevention and control. The application of genomic and other omics technologies in recent years has led to a deluge of information in this area, making it difficult for the busy researcher to keep abreast of developments. This timely book aims to capture the essence of the latest developments to provide a timely overview of the field. Written by leading bacteriologists, chapters cover all the important bacteria and review topics such as pathogenic properties, population genetics, virulence genes, evolution, drug resistance, epidemiology, detection, identification and control strategies. Other topics include the molecular basis for enhanced transmissibility of waterborne pathogens, their mode of survival in the environment, and the evolution of new species with increased fitness both as pathogens and environmental organisms. Essential reading for microbiologists working with these and related pathogens read more ...
Food- and waterborne pathogens continue to be a major cause of mortality in developing countries and cause significant morbidity in developed nations. Important pathogens include species or strains of Salmonella, Vibrio, Shigella, Escherichia coli, Yersinia, Staphylococcus and Campylobacter. Understanding the molecular basis of pathogenesis, its evolution and spread is critical to the development of new strategies for disease prevention and control. The application of genomic and other omics technologies in recent years has led to a deluge of information in this area, making it difficult for the busy researcher to keep abreast of developments. This timely book aims to capture the essence of the latest developments to provide a timely overview of the field. Written by leading bacteriologists, chapters cover all the important bacteria and review topics such as pathogenic properties, population genetics, virulence genes, evolution, drug resistance, epidemiology, detection, identification and control strategies. Other topics include the molecular basis for enhanced transmissibility of waterborne pathogens, their mode of survival in the environment, and the evolution of new species with increased fitness both as pathogens and environmental organisms. Essential reading for microbiologists working with these and related pathogens read more ...
| Edited by: Shah M. Faruque read more ...ISBN: 978-1-908230-06-5 Publisher: Caister Academic Press Publication Date: July 2012 Cover: hardback |