This book contains a thorough discussion of molecular characterization and detection of different groups of fungi by using PCR-based markers and provides a comprehensive view of the applications and uses of different molecular markers in molecular mycology.

This book provides a detailed compendium of the methods, biotechnological routes and processes used to investigate microbial resources and their applications. It covers the fundamental and applied aspects of microorganisms in the health, industry, agriculture and environmental sectors, reviewing subjects such as pest control, health and industrial developments and animal feed. Essential reading for researchers in biotechnology, biopharmaceuticals and agriculture, this book provides valuable information and presents recent developments in areas as diverse as crop productivity, mycorrhizal...

Plant diseases play an important role on our daily lives. In this book expert scholars share their research knowledge and key literature which are vital toward the diagnosis of plant diseases across the globe, addressing traditional plant pathology techniques, as well as advanced molecular diagnostic approach.

This volume summarizes our current knowledge on different biomass-converting enzymes and their potential use in converting biomass into simple sugar to generate bioenergy and other value added co-/by products.

Encompassing both biotechnology and chemical engineering, Microbial Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals brings together microbiology, bacteria and food processing/mechanization, which have applications for a variety of audiences: pharmaceuticals, diagnostics and medical device development all employ microbial food technology. The book will cover recent advances in microbial functional foods and associated applications, and will form an important reference work for graduates and researchers. The book will also provide up-to-date information on novel nutraceutical compounds and their mechanisms...