Geomicrobiology: Natural and Anthropogenic Settings
Author : Lucian C. Staicu
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 28,45 MB
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ISBN : 3031543068
Insights in Microbiological Chemistry and Geomicrobiology : 2022/2023
Author : Ruiyong Zhang
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 125 pages
File Size : 18,62 MB
Release : 2024-07-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 2832552315
Book Description
We are now entering the third decade of the 21st Century, and, especially in the last years, the achievements made by scientists in the field of Microbiology have been exceptional, leading to major advancements. Frontiers has organized a series of Research Topics to highlight the latest advancements in science in order to be at the forefront of science in different fields of research. This specific editorial initiative, led by Dr. Ruiyong Zhang is focused on new insights, novel developments, current challenges, latest discoveries, recent advances and future perspectives in the field.
Biogeochemical Cycles
Author : Katerina Dontsova
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 29,59 MB
Release : 2020-04-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 1119413303
Book Description
Elements move through Earth's critical zone along interconnected pathways that are strongly influenced by fluctuations in water and energy. The biogeochemical cycling of elements is inextricably linked to changes in climate and ecological disturbances, both natural and man-made. Biogeochemical Cycles: Ecological Drivers and Environmental Impact examines the influences and effects of biogeochemical elemental cycles in different ecosystems in the critical zone. Volume highlights include: Impact of global change on the biogeochemical functioning of diverse ecosystems Biological drivers of soil, rock, and mineral weathering Natural elemental sources for improving sustainability of ecosystems Links between natural ecosystems and managed agricultural systems Non-carbon elemental cycles affected by climate change Subsystems particularly vulnerable to global change The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals. Find out more about this book from this Q&A with the Author. Book Review: http://www.elementsmagazine.org/archives/e16_6/e16_6_dep_bookreview.pdf
Geoecology: An Evolutionary Approach
Author : Richard Huggett
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 21,61 MB
Release : 2002-09-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 1134882947
Book Description
Animals, plants and soils interact with one another, with the terrestrial spheres, and with the rest of the Cosmos. On land, this rich interaction creates landscape systems or geoecosystems. Geoecology investigates the structure and function of geoecosystems, their components and their environment. The author develops a simple dynamic systems model, the `brash' equation, to form the conceptual framework for the book suggesting an `ecological' and `evolutionary' approach. Exploring internal of `ecological' interactions between geoecosystems and their near-surface environments - the atmosphere, hydrosphere, toposhere, and lithosphere - and external influences, both geological and cosmic, Geoecology presents geoecosystems as dynamic entities constantly responding to changes within themselves and their surroundings. An `evolutionary' view emerges of geoecological systems, and the animals, plants, and soils comprising them, providing a new way of thinking for the whole environmental complex and the rich web of interdependencies contained therein.
Selenium in plants
Author : Elizabeth A.H. Pilon-Smits
Publisher : Springer
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 35,29 MB
Release : 2017-05-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 3319562495
Book Description
This book covers many facets of plant selenium (Se) accumulation: molecular genetics, biochemistry, physiology, and ecological and evolutionary aspects. Broader impacts and applications of plant Se accumulation also receive attention. Plant Se accumulation is very relevant for environmental and human health. Selenium is both essential at low levels and toxic at high levels, and both Se deficiency and toxicity are problems worldwide. Selenium can positively affect crop productivity and nutritional value. Plants may also be used to clean up excess environmental Se. Selenium in plants has profound ecological impact, and likely contributes to Se movement in ecosystems and global Se cycling.
Landscapes on the Edge
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 46,73 MB
Release : 2010-04-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309140242
Book Description
During geologic spans of time, Earth's shifting tectonic plates, atmosphere, freezing water, thawing ice, flowing rivers, and evolving life have shaped Earth's surface features. The resulting hills, mountains, valleys, and plains shelter ecosystems that interact with all life and provide a record of Earth surface processes that extend back through Earth's history. Despite rapidly growing scientific knowledge of Earth surface interactions, and the increasing availability of new monitoring technologies, there is still little understanding of how these processes generate and degrade landscapes. Landscapes on the Edge identifies nine grand challenges in this emerging field of study and proposes four high-priority research initiatives. The book poses questions about how our planet's past can tell us about its future, how landscapes record climate and tectonics, and how Earth surface science can contribute to developing a sustainable living surface for future generations.
Desk Encyclopedia of Microbiology
Author : Moselio Schaechter
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 1277 pages
File Size : 31,14 MB
Release : 2010-04-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080961282
Book Description
The Desk Encyclopedia of Microbiology, Second Edition is a single-volume comprehensive guide to microbiology for the advanced reader. Derived from the six volume e-only Encyclopedia of Microbiology, Third Edition, it bridges the gap between introductory texts and specialized reviews. Covering topics ranging from the basic science of microbiology to the current "hot" topics in the field, it will be invaluable for obtaining background information on a broad range of microbiological topics, preparing lectures and preparing grant applications and reports. - The most comprehensive single-volume source providing an overview of microbiology to non-specialists - Bridges the gap between introductory texts and specialized reviews - Provides concise and general overviews of important topics within the field making it a helpful resource when preparing for lectures, writing reports, or drafting grant applications
Deep Carbon
Author : Beth N. Orcutt
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 687 pages
File Size : 18,19 MB
Release : 2020
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1108477496
Book Description
A comprehensive guide to carbon inside Earth - its quantities, movements, forms, origins, changes over time and impact on planetary processes. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.
Oxford Bibliographies
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Freshwater Fungi
Author : E. B. Gareth Jones
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 518 pages
File Size : 50,52 MB
Release : 2014-08-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 3110333481
Book Description
The available literature on freshwater fungi is limited. Over the subsequent years a considerable volume of scientific papers have appeared scattered throughout numerous journals. There is therefore no recent synthesis of the subject and this is the objective of the proposed book. Freshwater habitats are rich in fungi with some 3,000 described species, most of papers focussing on their identification, substrata they grow on and world distribution. However, these fungi play an important role in the freshwater ecosystem, and are primarily involved in the breakdown of leaf litter contributing food for detritus feeders. Our book will bring together a wide range of acclaimed mycologists to review recent developments on the biology and ecology of freshwater fungi, particularly their molecular phylogeny, biodiversity, causative diseases of freshwater amphibians, fishes and invertebrate animals, decomposition of leaf litter, stream pollution and their potential role in bioremediation.
