Biofilms in Plant and Soil Health Contributor(s): Ahmad, Iqbal (Editor), Husain, Fohad Mabood (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1119246342 ISBN-13: 9781119246343 Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell OUR PRICE: $213.70 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2017 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Microbiology - Science | Life Sciences - Biology |
Dewey: 579.175 |
LCCN: 2017009464 |
Physical Information: 1.1" H x 6.8" W x 9.7" (2.51 lbs) 568 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Biofilms are predominant mode of life for microbes under natural conditions. The three-dimensional structure of the biofilm provides enhanced protection from physical, chemical and biological stress conditions to associated microbial communities. These complex and highly structured microbial communities play a vital role in maintaining the health of plants, soils and waters. Biofilm associated with plants may be pathogenic or beneficial based on the nature of their interactions. Pathogenic or undesirable biofilm requires control in many situations, including soil, plants, food and water. Written by leading experts from around the world, Biofilms in Plant and Soil Health provides an up-to-date review on various aspects of microbial biofilms, and suggests future and emerging trends in biofilms in plant and soil health. This book is recommended for students and researchers working in agricultural and environmental microbiology, biotechnology, soil sciences, soil and plant health and plant protection. Researchers working in the area of quorum sensing, biofilm applications, and understanding microbiome of soil and plants will also find it useful. |