Microbiology: An Introduction

Microbiology: An Introduction helps you see the connection between human health and microbiology.

The twelfth edition focuses on big picture concepts and themes in microbiology, encouraging students to visualize and synthesize more difficult topics such as microbial metabolism, immunology, and microbial genetics.

Of major economic, environmental and social importance, industrialmicrobiology involves the utilization of microorganisms in theproduction of a wide range of products, including enzymes, foods,beverages, chemical feedstocks, fuels and pharmaceuticals, andclean technologies employed for waste treatment and pollutioncontrol. Aimed at undergraduates studying the applied aspects of biology,particularly those on biotechnology and microbiology courses andstudents of food science and biochemical engineering, this textprovides a wide-ranging introduction to the field of industrialmicrobiology. The content is divided into three sections: key aspects of microbial physiology, exploring the versatilityof microorganisms, their diverse metabolic activities andproducts industrial microorganisms and the technology required forlarge-scale cultivation and isolation of fermentationproducts investigation of a wide range of established and novelindustrial fermentation processes and products Written by experienced lecturers with industrial backgrounds,Industrial Microbiology provides the reader with groundwork in boththe fundamental principles of microbial biology and the varioustraditional and novel applications of microorganisms to industrialprocesses, many of which have been made possible or enhanced byrecent developments in genetic engineering technology. A wide-ranging introduction to the field of industrialmicrobiology Based on years of teaching experience by experienced lecturerswith industrial backgrounds Explains the underlying microbiology as well as the industrialapplication. Content is divided into three sections: 1. key aspects of microbial physiology, exploring theversatility of microorganisms, their diverse metabolic activitiesand products 2. industrial microorganisms and the technology required forlarge-scale cultivation and isolation of fermentation products 3. investigation of a wide range of established and novelindustrial fermentation processes and products

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Were you looking for the book with access to MasteringMicrobiology? This product is the book alone, and does NOT come with access to MasteringMicrobiology. Buy the book and access card package to save money on this resource. This #1 selling non-majors microbiology textbook is praised for its straightforward presentation of complex topics, careful balance of concepts and applications, and proven art that teaches. In its Eleventh Edition, Tortora, Funke, and Case’s Microbiology: An Introduction helps students make the connection between microbiology and human health. This edition continues to incorporate the latest in microbiology research and includes more features designed to engage students and promote critical thinking. With the complex and extensive information presented in introductory microbiology courses, demonstrating the connections between processes students can’t see with their naked eye and diseases they will encounter in future careers can be challenging. Microbiology: An Introduction guides students through the process of disease diagnosis, aided by the practical application of the new Clinical Cases that are integrated through every textbook chapter. This package contains: Microbiology: An Introduction, Eleventh Edition

Students can master key concepts and earn a better grade with the help of the clear, concise writing and creative, thought-provoking exercises found in this Study Guide, written by Berdell Funke, one of the textbook authors. Revised to correspond with changes in the Tenth Edition, the Study Guide includes concise explanations of key concepts, definitions of important terms, art labeling exercises, critical thinking problems, and a variety of self-test questions with answers.

Chemical Microbiology: An Introduction to Microbial Physiology, Third Edition covers aspects of the chemical activities of microorganisms. The book describes the molecular architecture of microorganisms, the methods used in studying this molecular architecture; and the ways by which microorganisms can respond to and modify their environment. The text also discusses the various environmental factors that influence microbial activity. The book tackles the principles, the strategies employed, and the methods used in the studies of microbial metabolism. The transport of compounds into and out of microorganisms by the solute-transport processes and endocytosis; the principles of bioenergetics and biosynthesis; and the regulation of metabolism are also considered. The book tackles as well the growth, survival and differentiation of microorganisms. Biologists, microbiologists, chemical microbiologists, geneticists, and biochemists will find this book invaluable.

Batzing's MICROBIOLOGY: AN INTRODUCTION offers a new approach in introductory microbiology, with an emphasis on teaching effectively the important concepts of the course without a strict focus on memorization. Pedagogical material, such as concept maps and flow diagrams, is carefully integrated throughout to enhance understanding and gives students a visual representation of difficult topics. The final portion of the text follows a portal of entry, or route of transmission organization, with material presented around the method by which microbes enter the host's body.

Students can master key concepts and earn a better grade with the help of the clear, concise writing and creative, thought-provoking exercises found in this Study Guide, written by Berdell Funke, one of the textbook authors. Revised to correspond with changes in the Eleventh Edition, the Study Guide includes concise explanations of key concepts, definitions of important terms, art labeling exercises, critical thinking problems, and a variety of self-test questions with answers.

Authoritative coverage presented in a format designed to facilitate teaching and learning.

The present book "General Veterinary Microbiology" is divided into four parts and twenty three chapters. The Part I includes general bacteriology, which deals with the history, microscopy, classification, nomenclature, structure, morphology, nutrition, growth, cultivation, sterilization, disinfection, identification, antibiotic resistance and genetics of bacteria. The part II provides introduction to fungi. The part third includes general virology, which deals with the introduction, classification, cultivation, virus-cell interaction, interferon and genetics of animal viruses. The fourth part relates to bacterial aspect which includes microbial staining techniques, demonstration of fungi, bacterial motility and determination of phenol coefficient. Glossary, highlights and multiple choice questions embedded at the end of the book enables the readers to understanding the subject matter in depth. This book has been prepared according to the latest syllabus approved by VCI for B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree programme. This is a valuable source book for the students of veterinary microbiology and will also be useful for veterinary disease investigators and practitioners of veterinary science.

This textbook presents authoritative coverage in a format designed to facilitate teaching and learning. Encourages students to venture beyond memorization and think critically to gain a broader conceptual understanding of food microbiology and acquire the understanding and skills necessary to ensure the safety of tomorrow's food supply. Introduces the genetics and molecular mechanisms important for the understanding of foodborne microbes. Includes expert perspectives on parasites, viruses and prions, and non-thermal processes. Incorporates instructors' input to further clarify complex topics in the field of food microbiology. Presents explicit learning goals to focus students on the core principles of food microbiology.