SC - 1350 | Genes and Behaviour: Beyond Nature-Nurture

David J. Hosken, John Hunt, Nina Wedell

"Nature versus nurture" is a debate that refuses to die. This is perhaps due to the perceived political ramifications of the debate, but our understanding of the genetic basis of many behaviours has expanded markedly in the last 10 years, and there is now very good evidence that many seemingly complex behaviours can have relatively simple genetic underpinnings. We also know that behaviours, and other traits, are influenced not just by genes and the environment, but also by the statistical interaction between the two.

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SC - 1279 | Cellular-Molecular Mechanisms in Epigenetic Evolutionary Biology

There has been no mechanistic explanation for evolutionary change consistent with phylogeny in the 150 years since the publication of 'Origins'. As a result, progress in the field of evolutionary biology has stagnated, relying on descriptive observations and genetic associations rather testable scientific measures.

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SC - 1278 | The Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology

John M. Lackie (ed.)

An expanded, up-to-date resource for students and researchers, The Dictionary of Cell & Molecular Biology, Fifth Edition, provides clear and concise definitions needed for laboratory study. With over 12,000 entries and a breadth of terms across bioscience, including plant molecular biology, microbiology and biotechnology, this revision reflects the changes in the research over the past few years.

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SC - 1277 | What is Life?: How Chemistry Becomes Biology

Addy Pross

Seventy years ago, Erwin Schrodinger posed a profound question: 'What is life, and how did it emerge from non-life?' This problem has puzzled biologists and physical scientists ever since.

Living things are hugely complex and have unique properties, such as self-maintenance and apparently purposeful behaviour which we do not see in inert matter. So how does chemistry give rise to biology? What could have led the first replicating molecules up such a path?

Now, developments in the emerging field of 'systems chemistry' are unlocking the problem.

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SC - 1276 | Lactic Acid Bacteria in Foodborne Hazards Reduction: Physiology to Practice

Wei Chen, Arjan Narbad

This book provides an overview of the physiological basis of lactic acid bacteria and their applications in minimizing foodborne risks, such as pathogens, heavy metal pollution, biotoxin contamination and food‐based allergies. While highlighting the mechanisms responsible for these biological effects, it also addresses the challenges and opportunities that lactic acid bacteria represent in food safety management.

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SC - 1275 | Acetic Acid Bacteria: Fundamentals and Food Applications

Ilkin Yucel Sengun

This book, written by leading international authorities in the field, covers all the basic and applied aspects of acetic acid bacteria. It describes the importance of acetic acid bacteria in food industry by giving information on the microbiological properties of fermented foods as well as production procedures.

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SC - 1274 | Detection of Bacteria, Viruses, Parasites and Fungi: Bioterrorism Prevention (NATO Science for Peace and Security Series A: Chemistry and Biology)

Mariapia Viola Magni

When somebody mentions terrorism attack the attention is immediately concentrated on military type attacks such as bombs, kamikazes or similar kinds and nobody thinks about the possible existence of more sophisticated means such as the use of toxic gas or agents which may be transmitted by contaminated food, water and air and may interest a large number of people.

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SC - 1273 | Antimicrobials: New and Old Molecules in the Fight Against Multi-resistant Bacteria

Julian Davies (auth.), Flavia Marinelli, Olga Genilloud (eds.)

Reports on the emergence and prevalence of resistant bacterial infections in hospitals and communities raise concerns that we may soon no longer be able to rely on antibiotics as a way to control infectious diseases. Effective medical care would require the constant introduction of novel antibiotics to keep up in the “arms race” with resistant pathogens.

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SC - 1272 | Plant Growth and Health Promoting Bacteria

Marta S. Dardanelli, S. M. Carletti (auth.), Dinesh K. Maheshwari (eds.)

To cope with the increasing problems created by agrochemicals such as plant fertilizers, pesticides and other plant protection agents, biological alternatives have been developed over the past years. These include biopesticides, such as bacteria for the control of plant diseases, and biofertilizer to improve crop productivity and quality.

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SC - 1271 | Biosurfactants of Lactic Acid Bacteria

Deepansh Sharma, Baljeet Singh Saharan, Shailly Kapil

This book provides an introduction to biosurfactants produced by lactic acid bacteria, presenting a detailed compilation of their functional properties and structural composition. Microbial surfactants, extensively known as surface-active agents, have created a niche for themselves in the green-chemicals market, thanks to their distinct environment-friendly properties.

The demand for biosurfactants in the cosmetics, food, pharmaceuticals, agricultural and environmental industries is steadily growing, and biosurfactants from lactic acid bacteria possess significant biological properties, making them potentially suitable for antimicrobial, anti-adhesive and various other industrially important applications.

Exploring these aspects in depth, the book offers a valuable resource for both postgraduate students and researchers in the fields of food and industrial microbiology.

Year: 2016
Edition: 1st ed. 2016
Publisher: Springer
Language: english
Pages: 86 / 96
ISBN 10: 3319262130
ISBN 13: 978-3-319-26215-4
Series: SpringerBriefs in Microbiology

ID:  SC - 1271

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SC - 1270 | Lactic acid bacteria: Biodiversity and Taxonomy

W H Holzapfel, Brian J B Wood

"This book provides a much-needed and comprehensive account of the current knowledge of the lactic acid bacteria, covering the taxonomy, biochemistry, physiology and molecular biology of these scientifically and commercially important micro-organisms"--

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SC - 1259/1 | Phytoplasmas: Plant Pathogenic Bacteria - I: Characterisation and Epidemiology of Phytoplasma - Associated Diseases

Govind Pratap Rao, Assunta Bertaccini, Nicola Fiore, Lia W. Liefting

Phytoplasma-associated diseases are a major limiting factor to quality and productivity of many ornamentals, horticultural and other economically important agriculture crops worldwide. Annual losses due to phytoplasma diseases in many crops vary, but under the pathogen favorable conditions they always lead to disastrous consequences to farming community.
As there is no effective cure for phytoplasma diseases, the management options emphasize on their exclusion, minimizing their spread by insect vectors and propagation materials and on development of host plant resistance.

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SC - 1259/2 | Phytoplasmas: Plant Pathogenic Bacteria - II: Transmission and Management of Phytoplasma - Associated Diseases

Assunta Bertaccini, Phyllis G Weintraub, Govind Pratap Rao, Nicola Mori

Phytoplasma-associated diseases are a major limiting factor in the context of the quality and productivity of many ornamental, horticultural and other economically important agricultural crops worldwide. Annual losses due to phytoplasma diseases vary, but under pathogen-favorable conditions they have disastrous consequences for the farming community. As there is no effective cure for these diseases, the management options focus on their exclusion, minimizing their spread by insect vectors and propagation materials and on the development of host plant resistance.

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SC - 1258 | Microalgae and Other Phototrophic Bacteria: Culture, Processing, Recovery and New Products

Luis G. Torres Bustillos

Microalgae are primary producers of oxygen and exhibit an enormous potential for biotechnological applications. Microalgae cultivation is also an interesting option for wastewater treatment. These microorganisms are efficient in recovering high amounts of nitrogen, inorganic phosphorus, and heavy metals from effluents. Furthermore, microalgae are responsible for the reduction of CO2 from gaseous effluent and from the atmosphere, reducing the green house gases effect. On the other hand, microalgae biomass can be used for the production of pigments, lipids, foods, and renewable energy.

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SC - 1257 | Phylogeny and evolution of bacteria and mitochondria

Mauro Degli Esposti(Editor)

Life on earth began with bacteria, which now colonize every corner of the planet. As the ancestors of mitochondria, bacteria are also fundamental for our cells. Most bacteria look alike, but have very different functions. Therefore, knowing the functional profile of bacteria helps understand their impact on our life. This book provides a wealth of information on the functional evolution of bacteria in a novel and coherent way. The book is aimed towards scientists as well as those who are curious about the world of bacteria and their relationships with mitochondria, the powerhouses of our cells, and us.

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SC - 1256 | Microbial Carotenoids from Bacteria and Microalgae: Methods and Protocols

J. Paniagua-Michel, Jorge Olmos-Soto (auth.), José-Luis Barredo (eds.)

Carotenoids are a family of yellow to orange-red terpenoid pigments synthesized by photosynthetic organisms and many bacteria and fungi. They have beneficial health effects protecting against oxidative damage and may be responsible for the colours associated with plants and animals.

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SC - 1255 | Bacteria in Agrobiology: Plant Probiotics

Carla Spence, Emily Alff, Deepak Shantharaj (auth.), Dinesh K. Maheshwari (eds.)

The future of agriculture strongly depends on our ability to enhance productivity without sacrificing long-term production potential. An ecologically and economically sustainable strategy is the application of microorganisms, such as the diverse bacterial species of plant growth promoting bacteria (PGPB). The use of these bio-resources for the enhancement of crop productivity is gaining worldwide importance.

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SC - 1254 | A New Fighting Chance: Silver Solution: A Quantum Leap in Silver Technology: How molecular structuring safely destroys bacteria, viruses and yeast

Gordon Pedersen

What are silver solutions? How do they work? Which type is best? How do I use it?

All of these questions are answered by world-renowned expert and silver researcher Dr. Gordon Pedersen. Dr. Pedersen goes into great detail in this book explaining how the most effective silver solutions work and the latest in silver technology. In addition you'll find and A-Z listing of protocols for using silver with various conditions. Also included in this new edition are sections specifically on women's health issues and using silver with animals and pets.

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SC - 1253 | Bats and viruses: a new frontier of emerging infectious diseases

Cowled, Christopher, Wang, Lin-fa

Approximately 75% of emerging infectious diseases are zoonoses, and the rate of emergence of zoonotic diseases is on the rise.
Bats are being increasingly recognised as an important reservoir of zoonotic viruses of different families, including SARS coronavirus, Nipah virus, Hendra virus and Ebola virus.
Understanding bats' role in emerging zoonotic diseases is crucial to this rapidly expanding area of research.

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SC - 1252 | Oncolytic Viruses

Christine E. Engeland

This book aims to provide a guide for virologists, translational researchers, and clinicians in the field of cancer research by providing reference protocols and methodologies from vector development through clinical translation. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls.

Categories: Biology\\Virology
Year: 2020
Publisher: Springer Science+Business Media, LLC, part of Springer Nature 2020
Language: english
Pages: 332
ISBN 10: 1493997939
Series: Methods in Molecular Biology

ID:  SC - 1252

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