Bacteria in Biology, Biotechnology and Medicine, Sixth Edition provides a readable, up-to-date introduction to the subject that assumes no prior knowledge. The most significant development since the publication of the Fifth Edition has been the publishing of the whole genome sequence, which will form the basis for the major changes to the sixth edition. Covering general bacterial physiology, the book starts with core aspects such as structure, growth, differentiation, metabolism, and molecular biology. It then looks at applied aspects including genetic engineering, medicine, food, biomining, water, and wastewater treatment. It also covers disinfection, sterilization, antibiotics, culture, microscopy, staining, and molecular taxonomy. Many up-to-date references to papers and reviews are included together with good clear illustrations and a comprehensive index.
Paul Singleton