Fungi: Experimental Methods in Biology, Second Edition Contributor(s): Maheshwari, Ramesh (Author) |
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ISBN: 1439839034 ISBN-13: 9781439839034 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $171.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Botany - Science | Life Sciences - Microbiology - Science | Life Sciences - Molecular Biology |
Dewey: 571.295 |
LCCN: 2011035858 |
Series: Mycology |
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6.9" W x 10" (1.70 lbs) 358 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Fungi are now at the forefront of research on mechanisms in gene silencing, biological rhythm, mating processes, biogenesis of intracellular organelles, adaptations to hostile habitats, structure of natural populations, and speciation. Because of their small genomes, fungi are being used in systems biology to understand the connections between genes, proteins, and metabolic and signaling pathways. The ease with which yeasts and fungi can be cultivated in simple nutritive media has also made these eukaryotic organisms the choice material for basic and applied research. Fungi: Experimental Methods in Biology, Second Edition presents the latest information on fungal biology generated through advances in genetics, molecular biology, and biochemistry. It gives an account of real experiments that have been carried out on the diverse lifestyles of these organisms. Following in the footsteps of its highly-praised predecessor, this book continues to be a comprehensive review of the state of our knowledge about how fungi function. Examining both unicellular and multicellular fungi, this accessible book covers:
Throughout, the book draws attention to unsolved questions and to the opportunities offered by the diversity of fungi. Written by a prominent mycologist, it provides an excellent introduction and reference for beginning researchers as well as for experienced professionals. What's New in This Edition:
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