Introductory Microbiology Lab Skills and Techniques in Food Science


Book Description

Introductory Microbiology Lab Skills and Techniques in Food Science covers topics on isolation, identification, numeration and observation of microorganisms, biochemistry tests, case studies, clinical lab tasks, and basic applied microbiology. The book is written technically with figures and photos showing details of every lab procedure. This is a resource that is skills-based focusing on lab technique training. It is introductory in nature, but encourages critical thinking based on real case studies of what happens in labs every day and includes self-evaluation learning questions after each lab section. This is an excellent guide for anyone who needs to understand how to apply microbiology to the lab in a practical setting. - Presents step-by-step lab procedures with photos in lab setting. - Includes case studies of microorganism causing infectious disease. - Provides clinical microbial lab tasks to mimic real-life situations applicable to industry.




Laboratory Methods in Microbiology


Book Description

Laboratory Methods in Microbiology is a laboratory manual based on the experience of the authors over several years in devising and organizing practical classes in microbiology to meet the requirements of students following courses in microbiology at the West of Scotland Agricultural College. The primary object of the manual is to provide a laboratory handbook for use by students following food science, dairying, agriculture and allied courses to degree and diploma level, in addition to being of value to students reading microbiology or general bacteriology. It is hoped that laboratory workers in the food manufacturing and dairying industries will find the book useful in the microbiological aspects of quality control and production development. The book is organized into two parts. Part I is concerned with basic methods in microbiology and would normally form the basis of a first year course. Abbreviated recipes and formulations for a number of typical media and reagents are included where appropriate, so that the principles involved are more readily apparent. Part II consists of an extension of these basic methods into microbiology as applied in the food manufacturing, dairying and allied industries. In this part, the methods in current use are given in addition to, or in place of, the ""classical"" or conventional techniques.




Techniques in Applied Microbiology


Book Description

This book offers an exhaustive treatment of the techniques in the multidisciplinary field of applied microbiology, and a detailed survey of recent and important advances. It will be of great value to students and professionals involved in the fields of biotechnology, applied and industrial microbiology, and biochemical engineering.







Experiments in Applied Microbiology


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Experiments in Applied Microbiology is a book of open-ended experiments to teach applied bacteriology approaches and techniques. Divided into three sections, it emphasizes its multi-disciplinary nature: applications in both bacteriology courses and macrobiology courses and offers the opportunity of teaching basic fermentation and biocontrol approaches. This is one of the few "lab" books stressing the use of invertebrate animals vis-à-vis bacteriological material. This book is unique in its potential for a wide application, breaking new ground in hands-on bacteriology experience, and emphasizing the role of bacteria in both microbiological and macrobiological disciplines. Key Features: * Open-ended experimental design * Experiments are multi-disciplinary, featuring applied bacteriology procedures * Applicable to bacteriology and macrobiology courses * Experiments can be used singly or in multiple array * For individual or class * Offers alternate or parallel experiments * Laboratory lore integrating experiment background with insightful explanations * Stresses use of insects, mollusks, and other invertebrates as lab animals vis-à-vis bacteriological materials * Extensive sources, resources, and references given of material as well as the livestock used in the experiments




Methods in Applied Soil Microbiology and Biochemistry


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Quality control and quality assurance in applied soil microbiology and biochemistry. Soil sampling, handling, storage and analysis. Enrichment, isolation and counting of soil microrganisms. Anaerobic microbial activities in soil. Enzyme activities. Microbial biomass. Community structure. Field methods. Bioremediation of soil.




Techniques in Microbiology


Book Description

This vivid, full-color laboratory techniques handbook is an instructive, concise, graphical presentation of the skills and techniques required in an introductory microbiology lab. Clear visual instructions enable readers to carry out fundamental manipulations and procedures effectively and safely. Demonstrates those techniques that will be used frequently for studying microbes in the laboratory. Has a safety section and frequent safety cautions throughout. Has a convenient, portable 6 x 9 trim size, a spiral binding and soft cover, making it ideal for use on the lab bench surface. It is priced inexpensively so that it will be suitable as a supplement to an in-house or commercial manual. Companion to any introductory laboratory whether for biology majors or allied health majors. "




Fermentation and Enzyme Technology


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Coordination of microbial metabolism. Biosynthesis of primary metabolites. Biosynthesis of secondary metabolites. Bioconversions. Regulation of enzyme production. Fermentation kinectics. Continuous culture. Kinectis and engineering of medium sterilization. Aeration and agitation. Translation of laboratory, pilot, and plant scale data. Instrumentation and control. Enzyme isolation. Enzyme kinectics and immobilization. Enzyme reactors.




Methods in Microbiology


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The book Methods in Silkworm Microbiology is the first ever publication that provides in-depth reviews on the latest progresses about silkworm –pathogen interactions, diseases and management practices for sustainable development of sericulture. Different molecular and immunodiagnostic methods for the detection of pathogens have been comprehensively addressed. Most recent advancements on the role of Micro RNAs in silkworm and pathogen interactions are provided with suitable illustrations. Recent technological advances and emerging trends in exploring silkworm gut microbial communities towards translation research, particularly to understand microbiome functions have been highlighted. Information on various immune mechanisms of silkworm against invading pathogens is summarized. The book further highlights the silkworm gut microbiota as a potential source for biotechnological applications. - Provide comprehensive reviews and valuable methods from the selected experts on the topic "Methods in silkworm microbiology/pathology" - Provides latest information on application of genomics and transcriptomics to decipher silkworm gut microbial communities. Different molecular and immunodiagnostic methods for the detection of pathogens have been comprehensively addressed - Provides up to date information on silkworm-pathogen interactions, different silkworm diseases and immune mechanisms




Applied Microbiology and Molecular Biology in Oilfield Systems


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Applied Microbiology and Molecular Biology in Oil Field Systems addresses the major problems microbes cause in oil fields, (e.g. biocorrosion and souring) and how beneficial microbial activities may be exploited (e.g. MEOR and biofuels). The book describes theoretical and practical approaches to specific Molecular Microbiological Methods (MMM), and is written by leading authorities in the field from both academia and industry. The book describes how MMM can be applied to faciliate better management of oil reservoirs and downstream processes. The book is innovative in that it utilises real industrial case studies which gives useful technical and scientific information to researchers, engineers and microbiologists working with oil, gas and petroleum systems.