PCR Methods in Foods

PCR Methods in Foods (Food Microbiology and Food Safety)
by John Maurer (Editor), Michael P. Doyle (Series Editor)

Product Details:
* Hardcover: 148 pages
* Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (January 5, 2006)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 0387282645

Book Description
This book is a primer for students, faculty, and other professionals interested in molecular biology and its integration into food safety, by introducing the reader to diagnostic PCR-based technologies used in detection of pathogens in foods.
This book will enable its reader to:
1. Understand the principles behind PCR including real-time
2. Know the basics involved in the design, optimization, and implementation of PCR in food microbiology lab setting
3. Interpret results
4. Know limitations and strengths of PCR
5. Understand the basic principles behind microarrays and its potential applications in food microbiology.
Figures, charts, and tables help illustrate concepts and provide the reader with an important starting point in bringing molecular diagnostics into the food microbiology lab.

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Wastewater Pathogens

Wastewater Pathogens (Wastewater Microbiology)
by Michael H. Gerardi (Author), Mel C. Zimmerman (Author)

Product Details:
* Paperback: 179 pages
* Publisher: Wiley-Interscience (October 22, 2004)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 047120692X

Book Description
A practical guide to wastewater pathogens
The fourth volume in Wiley's Wastewater Microbiology series, Wastewater Pathogens offers wastewater personnel a practical guide that is free of overly technical jargon. Designed especially for operators, the text provides straight facts on the biology of treatment as well as appropriate protective measures. Coverage includes:
* An overview of relevant history, hazards, and organisms
* Viruses, bacteria, and fungi
* Protozoa and helminthes
* Ectoparasites and rodents
* Aerosols, foam, and sludge
* Disease transmission and the body's defenses
* Removal, inactivation, and destruction of pathogens
* Hygiene measures, protective equipment, and immunization

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