Microalgae

MicroalgaeMaria-Nefeli Tsaloglou presents a new book on Microalgae: Current Research and Applications In this concise book, expert authors describe the latest research and newest approaches to the study of these important organisms, as well as covering the more traditional methods such as morphotaxonomy. The reader is first provided with practical information on cultivation of phytoplankton, growth media and division rates for different algal species, optical techniques and automated instrumentation, such as flow cytometry. Furthermore, methods and approaches to study gene expression and regulation in phytoplankton are reviewed. A separate chapter is dedicated to the discussion of algal blooms and their effects on local environments. Coccolithophore Emiliania huxleyi and bioluminescent phytoplankton are thoroughly reviewed by experts in those fields. Finally, this book reviews the state-of-the-art of microfluidic and in situ sensors for phytoplankton identification. This volume is an authoritative and contemporary review of research on microalgae and is indispensable for anyone working in this field, or who wishes to learn more about these important microorganisms. read more ...Microalgae: Current Research and ApplicationsEdited by: Maria-Nefeli TsaloglouCaister Academic PressPaperback: ISBN 978-1-910190-27-2 £129, $259. Ebook: ISBN 978-1-910190-28-9 £129, $259The latest research and newest approaches to the study of microalgae. read more ...Full informatio...

Source: Microbiology Blog: The weblog for microbiologists. - July 6, 2015 Category: Microbiology Source Type: blogs