Microbiology, Immunology and Biotechnology
Author : Hobsons Publishing, PLC
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 17,97 MB
Release : 2001-05-01
Category :
ISBN : 9781860178863
Author : Hobsons Publishing, PLC
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 17,97 MB
Release : 2001-05-01
Category :
ISBN : 9781860178863
Author : Careers Research and Advisory Centre (Cambridge, England)
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 44,72 MB
Release : 1999-05-01
Category : Biotechnology
ISBN : 9781860176197
Author : Leigh Barnes
Publisher : Scientific e-Resources
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 42,67 MB
Release : 2018-06-22
Category :
ISBN : 1839472863
Immunology is the study of our protection from foreign macromolecules or invading organisms and our responses to them. These invaders include viruses, bacteria, protozoa or even larger parasites. In addition, we develop immune responses against our own proteins in autoimmunity and against our own aberrant cells in tumor immunity. The body is defended by innate immune responses, but these will only work to control pathogens that have certain molecular patterns or that induce interferons and other secreted yet non-specific defenses. They do not allow memory to form as they operate by receptors that are coded in the genome. Microbiology is the study of microorganisms that is the organisms which are of microscopic dimensions. These organisms are too small to be clearly perceived by the unaided human eye. If an object has a diameter of less than 0.1 mm, the eye can not perceive it at all and very little detail can be perceived in an object with a diameter of 1 mm. Microorganisms benefit society by cycling inorganic and organic matter into molecules needed for life and detoxifying discarded wastes. Historically, they have served as microscopic factories for the production of cheeses, alcohol and antibiotics. Microorganisms have also been engineered to produce a wide variety of products for our benefit through the emergence of biotechnology. Microorganisms have, however, also inflicted great distress to human, animal and plant populations through disease, spoilage of crops, foods and the fouling and degradation of man-made structures. The main aim of this book is to understand and interpret the major current topics in the field of immunology and microbiology.
Author : V. Sreekrishna
Publisher : New Age International
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 28,35 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Biotechnology
ISBN : 9788122418453
Biotechnology, Besides A Traditional Discipline, Is Advancing Fast Due To Its Application In Agriculture, Pharmaceutical Organizations, Public Health, Environmental Management, Bioenergetics, Geological Explorations And In Various Other Industries, Including As A Mean To Exploit Alternative Sources Of Energy. Developing Nations Are Striving Hard To Merge The Biotechnological Operation Into National Development, Improving Hard Core Economics And Also Seeking Strategies For International Tie Up And Cooperation.The Present Text Has Been Designed To Outline The Basic Concepts In Cell Biology, Genetics, Microbiology And Immunology, Thus Enabling Undergraduate And Postgraduate Students To Understand Fundamental Aspects Of Microbial Biotechnology And Biotechnology.
Author : Vibha Purohit
Publisher :
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 19,64 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Biotechnology
ISBN : 9788178882635
Author : Edward Bittar
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 737 pages
File Size : 48,16 MB
Release : 1998-02-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080539548
There is a need in small group teaching for a readable module that provides a balanced treatment of the four main areas of medical microbiology-bacteriology, mycology, virology and parasistology. It need not be encyclopedic in scope nor didactic, but it should emphasise principles and concepts. Any existing gaps in this type of presentation are, of course, left for the student to fill.Some subject material has been excluded. An example is a chapter on laboratory procedures including PCR for rapid bacterial and viral diagnosis. The discussion of bacterial sexually transmitted diseases does not cover goncoccal infections. This is not a serious matter because the tutor can assign the topic to the students. Moreover, we have reluctantly omitted a separate chapter on anaerobic bacteria. The subject of nosocomial pathogens is touched upon but not in sufficient detail (e.g., control). These bacteria (e.g., S. aureus, E. coli and pseudomonas) are found in hospitals and are resistant to disinfectants and antibiotics. A new but serious problem is the emergence of resistance to antiviral agents.Without question, molecular biology owes more to the study of viruses than bacteria. The fact remains, however, that effective therapy against most viral diseases is not yet available. Perhaps one of the most dramatic examples of this situation is the fight against the AIDS virus and the search for a vaccine. The public health challenge of AIDS remains formidable in spite of the recent encouraging results obtained with protease inhibitor therapy. At the moment at least six receptors for HIV are known to be present in human cells. One of them is the CCR5 receptor in the absence of which cells fail to get infected with the virus. Drugs that can interrupt CCR5 binding sites on the virus envelope are being vigorously sought. Thus, Volume 9B gives a large place to HIV disease.The last group of chapters highlight several features of microbiology which are also of clinical importance and heuristic value. The chapter on fever of unknown origin provides fertile soil for problem based learning.
Author : Graham H. Fleet
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 49,66 MB
Release : 1993-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780415278508
Wine Microbiology and Biotechnology presents developments in fermentation technology, enzyme technology, and technologies for the genetic engineering of microorganisms in a single volume. The book emphasizes the diversity of microorganisms associated with the winemaking process, and broadens the discussion of winemaking to include more modern concepts of biotechnology and molecular biology. In each chapter, recognized authorities in their field link the scientific fundamentals of microbiology, biochemistry, and biotechnology to the practical aspects of wine production and quality. They also provide relevant historical background and offer directions for future research.
Author : Arti Nigam
Publisher : Tata McGraw-Hill Education
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 40,3 MB
Release : 2007-04
Category : Biochemistry
ISBN : 9780070617674
Lab Manual is intended to be a handy reference for undergraduate and postgraduate students in life science and allied fields. The book covers fundamental exercises as well as advanced protocols, along with authentic explanation of various techniques and precautions pertaining to common errors in the laboratory. It is a complete instruction manual that imparts knowledge on principles, protocols and applications on techniques of biochemistry, immunology and biotechnology accurately in a user-friendly style.
Author : Jyotsna Rathi
Publisher :
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 19,61 MB
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Biochemistry
ISBN : 9788190712712
Author : E. M. T. El-Mansi
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 543 pages
File Size : 44,53 MB
Release : 2011-12-12
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1439855811
Fermentation Microbiology and Biotechnology, Third Edition explores and illustrates the diverse array of metabolic pathways employed for the production of primary and secondary metabolites as well as biopharmaceuticals. This updated and expanded edition addresses the whole spectrum of fermentation biotechnology, from fermentation kinetics and dynam