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    • Revolutionizing Microbial Technology

      • 1st Edition
      • May 1, 2026
      • Akanksha Srivastava + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Revolutionizing Microbial Technology: Unlocking the Potential of Artificial Intelligence offers an insightful look into the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and microbiology. This book examines how AI and machine learning are transforming microbiological research and applications, spanning from basic science to advanced biotechnological processes. By integrating computational tools with traditional techniques, the text demonstrates how AI enhances the identification, characterization, and understanding of microbes while streamlining laboratory practices. Through detailed discussions and real-world examples, the book highlights the growing influence of AI-driven innovations in microbiology and their implications for both academic and practical settings.Beyond foundational topics, the book explores AI-powered advancements in healthcare, such as improved diagnosis of microbial diseases and the development of AI-driven therapies. It considers the role of bioinformatics in processing complex microbial data, enabling deeper insights into biological systems. The book also addresses AI’s transformative impact on drug discovery and development, emphasizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

    • ESKAPE Pathogens

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Karthikeyan Ramalingam
      • English
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      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 Alchemy

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Raghvendra Pratap Singh + 5 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      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
      • March 1, 2026
      • Ritu Mishra + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      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
      • March 1, 2026
      • English
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      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.

    • Antibiotic Resistance and Nanotherapy

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Awanish Kumar + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      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

    • Antimicrobial Resistance in Humans, Animals, and the Environment

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • Kunal Ranjan + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      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.

    • Bacterial Biogeochemistry

      • 4th Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Tom Fenchel + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      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.

    • Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Virendra Gajbhiye + 2 more
      • English
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      Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases offers comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals of fungal diseases and the applications of nanotechnology for their diagnosis and treatment.The book covers the basics of human fungal pathogens, the molecular mechanisms of infection, and current diagnostic strategies and treatment regimes. It then goes on to discuss nanotechnology-based approaches for the detection and identification of human fungal pathogens. It also discusses antifungal drugs, their modes of action, and how nanoparticles are utilized to deliver these agents, highlighting their significance in treating various fungal infections. Additionally, it provides a comprehensive overview of nanotechnology-based products, as well as the current and future applications of nano-methodologies and technologies in the field of fungal infectious diseases. With contributions from experts in the field, Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases is an informative resource for scientists, researchers, and medical personnel to better understand fungal diseases in order to design and develop novel and accessible nano-based therapies for their treatment.

    • Nanotherapeutics Combating Microbial Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Divakar Sharma + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      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.

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