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Cyanobacterial symbioses are no longer regarded as mere oddities but as important components of the biosphere, occurring both in terrestrial and aquatic habitats worldwide. It is becoming apparent that they can enter into symbiosis with a wider variety of organisms than hitherto known, and there are many more still to be discovered, particularly in marine environments. The chapters cover cyanobacterial symbioses with plants (algae, bryophytes, Azolla, cycads, Gunnera), cyanobacterial symbioses in marine environments, lichens, Nostoc-Geosiphon (a fungus closely related to arbuscular mycorrhiza fungi) symbiosis, and artificial associations of cyanobacteria with economically important plants. In addition, cyanobiont diversity, sensing-signalling, and evolutionary aspects of the symbiosis are dealt with. Renowned experts actively involved in research on cyanobacterial symbioses deal with ecological, physiological, biochemical, molecular, and applied aspects of all known cyanobacterial symbioses.This volume on cyanobacteria in symbiosis complements the two earlier volumes on cyanobacteria published by Kluwer (Molecular Biology of Cyanobacteria, edited by D.A. Bryant and Ecology of Cyanobacteria, edited by B.A. Whitton and M. Potts). Together, the three volumes provide the most comprehensive treatment of cyanobacterial literature as a whole. The book will serve as a valuable reference work and text for teaching and research in the field of plant-microbe interactions and nitrogen fixation. ... Read more

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This new book, the first in 10 years to examine environmental microbe-metal interactions, summarizes the current understanding of the interaction of microorganisms and metals in the environment.It offers the reader a comprehensive overview of the field and a basis for improved models of metal cycling.It makes clear the significance of environmental microbe-metal interactions and provides clues for areas of futher investigation. ... Read more

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Uniting;for the first time;current information on anaerobic fungi from a number of different disciplines, this unique reference examines the taxonomy, physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and ecology of anaerobic fungi;focusing on fungi from the rumen and other gut environments such as the cecum and hindgut of nonruminant herbivores.Anaerobic Fungi Presents new techniques for culturing anaerobic fungi! analyzes the isolation, culture, and survival of anaerobic fungi describes the nucleic acids of anaerobic fungi, gene cloning, and the establishment of molecular phylogeny discusses the fermentation of carbohydrates explains how anaerobic fungi interact with other microorganisms investigates the ultrastructure of plant cell walls degraded by fungi details the effects of diet on fungal populations delineates specific procedures for quantifying anaerobic fungi outlines potential directions for future research in molecular genetics and more! ... Read more

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Fascinating coffee-table book
This is a highly informative and emotional read about the saga of the little gram-positive bacteria that could. The stunning artwork and skillful editing make this a must-read, and should adorn everyone's coffee table. Microbiologists will be talking about it for decades to come. ... Read more

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Estudios sobre Vibrio cholerae
El libro me parece que est? muy completo principalmente en lo que corresponde a las bases microbiol?gicas de Vibrio cholerae,nos un bastante informaci?n de lo que es la bacteria, la enfermedad y toda la informaci?nque se necesita saber acerca de ellas. ... Read more

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The best I have seen on anthrax
Since anthrax has become a major preoccupation not only for the media but for millions of Americans, it is important to have an accessible, readable handbook that tells people what to look for, what to expect, and what to do. This book accomplishes that in a very straightforward way. As a nurse I will be recommending it to people in the regular course of my duties.

An excellent resource !!
This book is a must read...no scare tactics, rumors, or hysteria..just the facts.. I found the section on helping children deal with catastrophes most enlightening... This is an
excellent compilation, loaded with current information, written just this month, and practical, sound advice...if you buy one book on this important subject, this should be the one...

Useful and informative
This book is very thorough and amazingly up to date--it includes official documents that were not even released until October 18! I am using it for an ongoing research and writing project. Also, the resources cited -- websites and books -- were also just what I needed. Many thanks.

Concern vs. Panic
Sure there is concern. Why not? At my house, we like online shopping. A great deal of mail comes in and out of this house. I have relatives and friends who are USPS employees. There is a lot to be concerned about.

But panic? Nope.

I am one of the lucky ones. A friend gave me an advance copy of 'Anthrax: A Practical Guide' and my questions are answered. I don't have the patience for the political agendas I hear on television, or the panic-mongers drumming up viewership, or the multi-syllabic scientific medical explanations that I can't understand -- I want facts, spelled out in simple and straightforward language. I want to understand what is happening, why, and what I can do about it. This little book does this for my household.

I'd recommend this book to anyone who wants a handbook about anthrax for their family, or office. When/if something happens, people don't always think fast -- or clearly. A book like this, simple and direct, is an ideal addition to our health care book shelves.

The best cure for panic is knowledge. ... Read more