Download or read book I Microbiologist written by Erin R. Sanders and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I, Microbiologist" proposes to get students engaged in research in a classroom setting. The course is set up to include lecture and laboratory materials in an all-inclusive manual. Students will experience the trials and tribulations of laboratory research, learn to work independently, and form and test hypotheses in a controlled setting.
Download or read book Microbiology written by Nina Parker and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-03 with total page 3250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Microbiology covers the scope and sequence requirements for a single-semester microbiology course for non-majors. The book presents the core concepts of microbiology with a focus on applications for careers in allied health. The pedagogical features of the text make the material interesting and accessible while maintaining the career-application focus and scientific rigor inherent in the subject matter. Microbiology’s art program enhances students’ understanding of concepts through clear and effective illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. This is an adaptation of Microbiology by OpenStax. You can access the textbook as pdf for free at openstax.org. Minor editorial changes were made to ensure a better ebook reading experience. Textbook content produced by OpenStax is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Download or read book Essential Microbiology written by Stuart Hogg and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-06-10 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essential Microbiology 2nd Edition is a fully revised comprehensive introductory text aimed at students taking a first course in the subject. It provides an ideal entry into the world of microorganisms, considering all aspects of their biology (structure, metabolism, genetics), and illustrates the remarkable diversity of microbial life by devoting a chapter to each of the main taxonomic groupings. The second part of the book introduces the reader to aspects of applied microbiology, exploring the involvement of microorganisms in areas as diverse as food and drink production, genetic engineering, global recycling systems and infectious disease. Essential Microbiology explains the key points of each topic but avoids overburdening the student with unnecessary detail. Now in full colour it makes extensive use of clear line diagrams to clarify sometimes difficult concepts or mechanisms. A companion web site includes further material including MCQs, enabling the student to assess their understanding of the main concepts that have been covered. This edition has been fully revised and updated to reflect the developments that have occurred in recent years and includes a completely new section devoted to medical microbiology. Students of any life science degree course will find this a concise and valuable introduction to microbiology.
Download or read book I Contain Multitudes written by Ed Yong and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2016-08-09 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times Bestseller New York Times Notable Book of 2016 • NPR Great Read of 2016 • Named a Best Book of 2016 by The Economist, Smithsonian, NPR's Science Friday, MPR, Minnesota Star Tribune, Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, The Guardian, Times (London) From Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Yong, a groundbreaking, wondrously informative, and vastly entertaining examination of the most significant revolution in biology since Darwin—a “microbe’s-eye view” of the world that reveals a marvelous, radically reconceived picture of life on earth. Every animal, whether human, squid, or wasp, is home to millions of bacteria and other microbes. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ed Yong, whose humor is as evident as his erudition, prompts us to look at ourselves and our animal companions in a new light—less as individuals and more as the interconnected, interdependent multitudes we assuredly are. The microbes in our bodies are part of our immune systems and protect us from disease. In the deep oceans, mysterious creatures without mouths or guts depend on microbes for all their energy. Bacteria provide squid with invisibility cloaks, help beetles to bring down forests, and allow worms to cause diseases that afflict millions of people. Many people think of microbes as germs to be eradicated, but those that live with us—the microbiome—build our bodies, protect our health, shape our identities, and grant us incredible abilities. In this astonishing book, Ed Yong takes us on a grand tour through our microbial partners, and introduces us to the scientists on the front lines of discovery. It will change both our view of nature and our sense of where we belong in it.
Download or read book Essentials of Microbiology written by Raphael Turner and published by Scientific e-Resources. This book was released on 2018-11-16 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essentials of Microbiology is an extensive guide to all aspects of microbiology covering immunology, bacteriology, virology, medical mycology, diagnostic medical microbiology, and many miscellaneous infections. Microbiologist have made significant contributions to basic biological sciences as well as in the applied areas of public health and medical sciences, agriculture, industry and environmental sciences. The most dramatic current development in applied microbiology is due to development of genetic engineering and recombinant DNA technology. Life is governed by a relatively small number of molecular reactions that exploit a limited variety of simple concepts. However, their combination has led to an amazing chemical diversity which is still beyond the reach of the microbiologists even in the most complex supra-molecular systems, despite a huge set of synthetic methods. Microbiology is the study of microorganisms, which are microscopic, unicellular, and cell-cluster organisms. This includes eukaryotes such as fungi and protests, and prokaryotes. Viruses and prions, though not strictly classed as living organisms, are also studied. Microbiology typically includes the study of the immune system, or Immunology. This book will be useful to researchers, teachers and students of microbiology, botany, zoology and agriculture.
Download or read book Cheese and Microbes written by Catherine W. Donnelly and published by ASM Press. This book was released on 2014-04-30 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A scientific overview of the association of microbes with cheese, through the lens of select cheese varieties that result due to surface mold ripening, internal mold ripening, rind washing, cave aging, or surface smear rind development. Over the past decade, there has been explosive growth in the U.S. artisan cheese industry. The editor, Ms. Donnelly, was involved in developing a comprehensive education curriculum for those new to cheese making, which focused on the science of cheese, principally to promote cheese quality and safety. Many of the chapters in this book focus on aspects of that requisite knowledge. • Explains the process of transformation of milk to cheese and how sensory attributes of cheese are evaluated. • Provides an overview of cheese safety and regulations governing cheese making, both in the US and abroad, to ensure safety. • Explores how the tools of molecular biology provide new insights into the complexity of the microbial biodiversity of cheeses. • Examines the biodiversity of traditional cheeses as a result of traditional practices, and overviews research on the stability of the microbial consortium of select traditional cheese varieties. • Key text for cheese makers, scientists, students, and cheese enthusiasts who wish to expand their knowledge of cheeses and traditional foods.
Download or read book Cleanroom Microbiology for the Non Microbiologist written by David M. Carlberg and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2004-10-28 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for the professional who has an immediate need for the information but has little or no training in the subject, Cleanroom Microbiology for the Non-Microbiologist, Second Edition introduces principles of microbiology. It explains the consequences of microbiological contamination, what contamination is all about, how microorganisms grow, and
Download or read book In the Company of Microbes written by Moselio Schaechter and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-07-10 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A look at the amazing, groovy world of microbes With more than 1,000 posts and 2 million views, the esteemed blog Small Things Considered has been sparking the imagination of microbiologists for an entire decade. Throughout the years, Elio Schaechter and his team of dedicated bloggers have shared exciting, unexpected, and unusual stories from the microbial world. In the Company of Microbes is a carefully selected treasure chest of wise, amusing, and even profound statements about the ubiquity and relevance of the microbial world. Schaechter, past ASM Presidents, and distinguished microbiologists from around the globe reflect on personal, sometimes historic interactions with microbes and unexpected discoveries, each essay conveying the excitement and sense of surprise that microbiology holds for them. This is the reason that Small Things Considered is a scientific and social media phenomenon that has impacted scientists at every stage of their careers and shared the magical of microbes with world. Join Schaechter in discovering a never-ending pageant of astounding variations on the theme of microbial life. Enjoy!
Download or read book Careers in Microbiology written by Institute For Institute For Career Research and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-05-12 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE WORLD IS FULL OF LIVING THINGS so small that most of us will never see them. Yet these invisible organisms have significant effects on human life - some good, some bad. Some microorganisms can cause infections that pose serious health risks, and left unchecked can grow into a plague. Other kinds of microorganisms are beneficial, and can fight infection or "eat" toxic waste. Microbiologists are the scientists who study these microscopic life forms, and their interactions with people, plants, animals, and the environment. This is a fascinating career, but it is not for "germophobes." That is because microbiologists deal with life forms most of us would rather not see: viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi. There are millions of different species! Every day, microbiologists are traveling to all corners of the earth and beyond to discover strange, new forms of life that no one even knew existed. Their job is to identify microbes, determine whether they can help or hurt us, and develop ways to either utilize them for our benefit or combat them for our protection. Microbiologists work in almost every industry from agriculture, oil, and pollution control, to biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare. They work for government agencies, academic institutions, corporations, technology firms, and industrial and environmental organizations. Most work in sterile research labs or hospitals, but some, like environmental microbiologists spend their time outdoors, slopping through muck and mud to get samples and conduct field experiments. The education required to work as a microbiologist depends upon the position you are aiming for. Some microbiology laboratory technician jobs, particularly in medical laboratories, are open to individuals with a high school diploma or an associate degree. But generally, a bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement to enter the field, and top research positions and jobs at colleges and universities often require a graduate degree, either a master's or doctoral. For those who have obtained a solid education, the job outlook is terrific. The need for qualified microbiologists is growing at an accelerated pace, both for basic research and practical applications. No one knows how many microbes are yet to be discovered. More importantly, microbiologists are still learning how the known microbes function and how they can be utilized for the benefit of society. As a result, the field of microbiology has unlimited employment potential. The field of microbiology is loaded with attractive features. The pay is good, with the potential to earn over $100,000 a year. There are so many more reasons to consider this career. Microbiologists are paid to discover things in a world most people will never see, and unlock some of nature's best-held secrets. They get to travel the world, enjoy prestige among their colleagues, and have a newly discovered species named after them. It is a field that is wide open, and there is no better time to take a look at the amazing work you could be doing.
Download or read book MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY written by Aejaz Iqbal, Zafar Nowshad and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2020-07-19 with total page 665 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Microbiology has become an increasingly important subject. We are set to face new challenges, and rapid developments in the subject have made this edition necessary. Authors Aejaz Iqbal, a Microbiologist, and Dr. Zaffar Nowshad have written this book to cater to students. This edition carries new information, and chapters have been thoroughly updated. This book includes current materials on Covid-19, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, SARS, the Bird flu, and other virus and bacteria that are responsible for human infections. The uniqueness of the book lies in the simplicity of the language that delivers updated information and epidemiological patterns. It addresses the ultimate goal, which is to enhance patient safety by inoculating methods and procedures, which will result in reliable Laboratory findings for diagnosis. Medical Microbiology - Millennium Edition is designed for the use of Medical and Paramedical students in India and other developing countries.
Download or read book Unfolding of My Career Promoting the Science of Microbiology written by Paul Edmonds and published by . This book was released on 2012-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains information that of interest to High School students, College Students, College Professors, and individuals who are not formally connected to Educational Institutions. * Presents an overview of the science of Microbiology. Emphasis on understanding unique functions of microorganisms. * Identifies criteria required for classification as a Microbiologist. Describes Alternative paths for becoming a Microbiologist. * Experiences at a Non-Research University, and a Research University. Describes ways that Professors can engage in scholarly activities and develop a career path that is rewarding in either of the institutions. * Experiences at Georgia Tech during two transitional periods (1985-1994) and (1994-2007). Describes Governance Structures, Faculty-Administrators Interactions, and Diversity Issues. *Discusses the Significance of adhering to NIH/CDC Biosafety Guidelines in Teaching Laboratories. Describes ways to identify risk factors, and emphasizes the use of appropriately trained Teaching Assistants when student are conducting experiments with live microorganisms. * Discusses Implementation of Post-Tenure Reviews. Emphasizes on the establishment of performance criteria, the Evaluation Process, and Academic Fields of Evaluators.
Download or read book PCR for Clinical Microbiology written by Ian W.J. Carter and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-07-03 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Not another textbook, but a valuable tool for doctors and microbiologists wanting to know how to set up a PCR diagnostic microbiology laboratory according to current regulatory standards and perform assays supplied with patient clinical diagnostic criteria and easy to follow protocols. Whether laboratories are using commercial kits or in-house methods developed in their own laboratories or adopted from published methods, all clinical microbiology laboratories need to be able to understand, critically evaluate, perform and interpret these tests according to rigorous and clinically appropriate standards and international guidelines. The cost and effort of development and evaluation of in-house tests is considerable and many laboratories do not have the resources to do so. This compendium is a vehicle to improve and maintain the clinical relevance and high quality of diagnostic PCR. It is a unique collection of; guidelines for PCR laboratory set up and quality control, test selection criteria, methods and detailed step by step protocols for a diagnostic assays in the field of molecular microbiology. The structure of the book provides the PCR fundamentals and describes the clinical aspects and diagnosis of infectious disease. This is followed by protocols divided into; bacteria, virus, fungi and parasites, and susceptibility screens. The inclusion of medical criteria and interpretation adds value to the compendium and benefits clinicians, scientists, researchers and students of clinical diagnostic microbiology
Download or read book Guide to the Literature for the Industrial Microbiologist written by Peter Hahn and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By 1960 the scientific community began observing an ever increasing explosion in the literature embrac ing the many facets of industrial microbiology. Many of the so-called traditional areas were being replaced by more modern provocative channels of endeavor. It was about this time that excellent review-type annual publications, such as Advances in Applied Microbiology, Progress in Industrial Microbiology and Developments in Industrial Microbiology emerged reporting the ex citing new work. It was soon, thereafter, that the Division of Microbial Chemistry shed its probationary status to become a bona fide unit of the American Chemi cal Society. A rash of new applied microbiological v vi FOREWORD textbooks arrived on the scene. The number of journals reporting the day-to-day scientific achievements also burgeoned. Early in my industrial career, I found it impera tive to devise a "workable" key to the ever increasing volume of literature that was emerging. This I com piled over the years on voluminous stacks of file cards which have in essence been reprinted here as "my" Guide to the Literature for the Industrial Microbiologist. The Guide has, indeed, served me well and through it, one can readily ascertain the state of the art of any of the many specialized subjects of industrial micro biology. Logically, one would first consult recent textbooks to obtain an overview of the subject being searched.
Download or read book Microbiology written by Jacquelyn G. Black and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-01-04 with total page 898 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Microbiology: Principles and Explorations is an introductory product that has successfully educated thousands of students on the beginning principles of Microbiology. Using a student-friendly approach, this product carefully guides students through all of the basics and prepares them for more advanced studies.
Download or read book Oral Microbiology and Immunology written by Richard J. Lamont and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-08-06 with total page 565 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The field of oral microbiology has seen fundamental conceptual changes in recent years. Microbial communities are now seen as the fundamental etiological agent in oral diseases through their interface with host inflammatory responses. Study of structured microbial communities has increased our understanding of the roles of each member in the pathogenesis of oral diseases, principles that apply to both periodontitis and dental caries. Against this backdrop, the third edition of Oral Microbiology and Immunology has been substantially expanded and rewritten by an international team of authors and editors. Featured in the current edition are: links between oral infections and systemic disease revised and updated overview of the role of the immune system in oral infections thorough discussions of biofilm development and control more extensive illustrations and Key Points for student understanding Graduate students, researchers, and clinicians as well as students will find this new edition valuable in study and practice. The field of oral microbiology has seen fundamental conceptual changes in recent years. Microbial communities are now seen as the fundamental etiological agent in oral diseases through their interface with host inflammatory responses. Study of structured microbial communities has increased our understanding of the roles of each member in the pathogenesis of oral diseases, principles that apply to both periodontitis and dental caries. Against this backdrop, the third edition of Oral Microbiology and Immunology has been substantially expanded and rewritten by an international team of authors and editors. Featured in the current edition are: links between oral infections and systemic disease revised and updated overview of the role of the immune system in oral infections thorough discussions of biofilm development and control more extensive illustrations and Key Points for student understanding Graduate students, researchers, and clinicians as well as students will find this new edition valuable in study and practice.
Download or read book INTRODUCTION TO MICROBIOLOGY written by A. S. RAO and published by PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.. This book was released on 1997-01-01 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book brings together information on the widest range of topics in microbiology in a single source. Written in a concise manner and ideally suited for students and teachers at colleges, this book discusses microbiology in sufficient depth. Elaborate illustrations are provided for easy understanding of the subject. The text includes immunology, biology and infectious disease principles.
Download or read book Pioneers In Microbiology The Human Side Of Science written by King-thom Chung and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2017-08-23 with total page 599 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pasteurization, penicillin, Koch's postulates, and gene coding. These discoveries and inventions are vital yet commonplace in modern life, but were radical when first introduced to the public and academia. In this book, the life and times of leading pioneers in microbiology are discussed in vivid detail, focusing on the background of each discovery and the process in which they were developed — sometimes by accident or sheer providence.
