Description
Book SynopsisMicrobial physiology is the study of the structure, function, energy metabolism, growth, and regulatory mechanisms of microorganisms. The physiology of microorganisms can be used as a model for the metabolic processes common to all living things.
Trade Review"…a useful addition to the library of any teach or researcher in microbiology." (
Biomolecular Engineering, March 2003)
"...expanded and reorganized based upon the rapid growth in the field since the last edition...highly recommended..." (E-Streams, Vol.5, No. 12, December 2002)
"Microbial Physiology (4th ed.) by Moat, Foster, and Spector is much improved compared to previous editions. The graphics in particular are vastly enhanced, making this a very useful book." (ASM News)
Table of ContentsPreface.
Introduction to Microbial Physiology.
Macromolecular Synthesis and Processing: DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis.
Bacterial Genetics.
Techniques of Microbial Genetics, Genomics, and Proteomics.
Regulation of Prokaryotic Gene Expression.
Bacteriophage Genetics.
Cell Structure and Function.
Central Pathways of Carbohydrate Metabolism.
Energy Production and Metabolite Transport.
Metabolism of Substrates Other than Glucose.
Fermentation Pathways.
Photosynthesis and Inorganic Metabolism.
Lipids and Sterols.
Nitrogen Metabolism.
Amino Acids.
Purines and Pyrimidines.
Bacterial Cell Division.
Microbial Stress Responses.
Bacterial Differentiation.
Mechanism of Microbial Virulence and Pathogenesis.
Index.
