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Books in General microbiology

    • ESKAPE Pathogens

      Virulence, Resistance, and Management
      • 1st Edition
      • Karthikeyan Ramalingam
      • English
      ESKAPE Pathogens: Virulence, Resistance, and Management provides comprehensive coverage on ESKAPE pathogens, including their virulence mechanisms, resistance patterns, and challenges in their management. The book offers the latest information on ESKAPE pathogens' pathogenicity, mechanisms of antibiotic resistance, and innovative approaches to manage these pathogens. It explores recent advancements in the field of genomics, proteomics, and transcriptomics that could potentially provide valuable insights into the mechanisms and genetic basis of antibiotic resistance in ESKAPE pathogens. Finally, the book highlights the need for alternative treatment options and innovative management strategies to combat the emergence of multidrug-resistant strains.This is a helpful resource to researchers, clinicians, educators, industry professionals, and advanced students interested in the latest research and strategies for combating multidrug-resistant pathogens.
    • Microbial Stress Biology

      • 1st Edition
      • Samiksha Joshi + 4 more
      • English
      Microbial Stress Biology offers a comprehensive understanding of the adaptation strategies of microbes at the biochemical and molecular level in response to stressful conditions and details the molecular mechanisms that enable microbial organisms to survive and persist under these adverse circumstances. The book discusses a wide array of topics related to microbial adaptation, covering fundamental biological responses to stress, microbial adaptations at cellular, genomic, and proteomic levels, as well as specific adaptations and regulations to various environmental stress factors such as pH fluctuations, chemicals, and extreme thermal conditions. The book also highlights the application of omics technology and predictive modeling in understanding microbial stress biology for various fields including biotechnology, medicine, bioremediation, and industrial processes. Microbial Stress Biology is an informative resource for those in microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, and other related fields to better understand how microbes are able to sense and respond to distinct stressors at both the molecular and cellular levels.
    • Microbial Alchemy

      • 1st Edition
      • Raghvendra Pratap Singh + 5 more
      • English
      Microbial Alchemy offers an interdisciplinary exploration of microorganisms, their chemical properties, and their ability to transform substances through metabolic processes and synthesize them into bioproducts of commercial value and sustainable application. The book opens with an introduction to microbial alchemy. It considers specific metabolites, pathways, enzymes, drugs, or microbial genes and analysis of the chemistry produced by microbes that influence on eco-enterprising strategies and explores the bioprospecting of an array of microbial metabolic products and their applications in healthcare, nutrition, agriculture, environmental sustainability, and industrial development.
    • Role of Microbes in Ecosystem Processes and Environmental Management

      • 1st Edition
      • Ritu Mishra + 3 more
      • English
      Role of Microbes in Ecosystem Processes and Environmental Management offers an in-depth examination of microbial ecology, emphasizing the significance of microbes in regulating vital ecosystem functions. This book explores the natural habitats of microbes, demonstrating their essential roles in maintaining soil health, facilitating carbon cycling, and driving waste degradation. It provides insight into the dynamic interactions between microbes and plants, showcasing how these relationships contribute to ecosystem stability. Readers will gain an understanding of how microbial activity influences environmental processes, making this resource invaluable for researchers and professionals dedicated to sustainable environmental practices.In addition to its focus on ecosystem processes, the book discusses the impact of microbes on weathering, erosion, and climate change, underlining their importance in ecosystem restoration. It highlights the use of microbes as biocontrol agents and as biological indicators for monitoring pollution and water quality. The text delves into practical applications, including environmental bioremediation and modern microbial technologies that benefit agriculture, food industries, energy production, mining, and healthcare.
    • Advances in Virus Research

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 124
      • English
      Advances in Virus Research, Volume 124 in this ongoing seriesseries, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as Emerging and Reemerging Viral Threats to Pregnancy and Nomenclature for vertically transmitted plant.
    • Bacterial Biogeochemistry

      The Ecophysiology of Mineral Cycling
      • 4th Edition
      • Tom Fenchel + 1 more
      • English
      Bacterial Biogeochemistry: The Ecophysiology of Mineral Cycling, Fourth Edition discusses the influence of bacterial activity on the chemical environment of the biosphere. Following the success of previous editions, this update focuses on bacterial metabolism and its relevance to the environment, including the decomposition of soil, food chains, nitrogen fixation, assimilation, and reduction of carbon nitrogen and sulfur, and microbial symbiosis. All chapters have been revised and brought up-to-date in light of the many advances and discoveries that have taken place during the last decade. The scope of the new edition has broadened to provide a review of the processes and phenomena that are relevant for global change feedback loops and advances in bacterial biogeochemical cycles.
    • Antibiotic Resistance and Nanotherapy

      • 1st Edition
      • Awanish Kumar + 1 more
      • English
      Antibiotic Resistance and Nanotherapy is a comprehensive guide that takes an interdisciplinary approach to address the pressing issue of antibiotic resistance and explores possibility of nanotherapy as a cutting-edge strategy to treat illnesses that are resistant to antibiotics, employing nanoparticles to target and kill bacteria selectively without damaging healthy cells. It details the underlying mechanisms of drug resistance in intracellular and extracellular pathogens and explores the latest advancements in nanotechnology, including the development of innovative nanomaterials and delivery systems that can be utilized to combat antibiotic-resistant infections. The book also tackles the ethical and practical challenges associated with implementing nanotherapy for bacterial resistance. Featuring contributions from experts in the field, Antibiotic Resistance and Nanotherapy is an essential resource for researchers, medical professionals, and policymakers seeking to understand and tackle the immediate threat posed by antibiotic resistance
    • Basic Microbiology

      History, Fundamentals and Insights
      • 1st Edition
      • Saurabh Bhatia + 2 more
      • English
      Basic Microbiology: History, Fundamentals and Insights is not simply about the basic science of microbiology, it also takes the science into the industrial setting and design and offers invaluable advice on how to apply concepts to the manufacture of pharmaceutical and healthcare products, and for keeping such products within microbial control. The book carries outcomes of present research to reach those whose aspiration allows using this information and know-how in basic settings.Recently, molecular technologies have positively affected the field of microbiology, providing rapid quantitative as well as qualitative information on microorganisms present in a given sample. The development of microbiology-based inventions suggests a worthwhile but challenging prospect to create pharmaceutical products and harvest the superior potential therein. Some of the challenges while patenting the microorganisms can be overcome by updating aspirants related with ethical and regulatory issues, especially guidelines established in microbiology to explore its more clinical applications.
    • Antimicrobial Resistance in Humans, Animals, and the Environment

      One Health Approach
      • 1st Edition
      • Kunal Ranjan + 3 more
      • English
      Antimicrobial Resistance in Humans, Animals, and the Environment: One Health Approach examines the global impact of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) with a specific focus on the interconnectedness between animal, human, and environmental health. The book details the origin, evolution and ecology of AMR and its updated epidemiology. It discusses the transmission of antimicrobial resistance between humans, animals, and the environment. It delves into the molecular mechanisms of drug resistance development and epidemiology in human and animal health; the different challenges in treating antimicrobial-resist... infections including rapid diagnosis and the development of new antimicrobial agents; and alternative strategies treating drug-resistant infections. Antimicrobial Resistance in Humans, Animals, and the Environment: One Health Approach is a useful comprehensive resource for researchers, academics postgraduate students, PhD students, early career researchers, and medical scientists in microbiology, infectious diseases, and biotechnology, public health professionals, clinical personnel treating AMR, or policymakers interested in implementing antimicrobial stewardship program in hospitals.
    • Nanotherapeutics Combating Microbial Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance

      Volume 2 - Nanotheranostics, Microbial Infections, and Antimicrobial Resistance
      • 1st Edition
      • Divakar Sharma + 1 more
      • English
      Nanotherapeutics Combating Microbial Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance: Volume Two, Nanotheranostics, Microbial Infections, and Antimicrobial Resistance delves into the innovative use of nanotechnology to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and treat bacterial infections. The second volume of this series showcases cutting-edge nano-based solutions developed to overcome multi-drug resistant pathogens, offering insights from leading experts. This book is an essential resource for researchers, academics, students, industry professionals, and clinicians in fields related to microbiology, infectious diseases, and nanotechnology, providing a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the fight against bacterial infections.Other noteworthy highlights of this book include contributions from experts, informative references, and emerging technologies aimed at both treating and preventing the progression of bacterial infections. This volume is particularly valuable for those interested in the intersection of nanotechnology and healthcare.