Extremophiles: Microbial Life in Extreme Environments [Hardcover]

Koki Horikoshi (Editor), William D. Grant (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471026182 | ISBN-13: 978-0471026181 | Publication Date: January 16, 1998 | Edition: 1

Extremophiles are life-forms that thrive under some of the harshest conditions found on Earth. This resource provides a detailed overview of the current state of knowledge about this fascinating group of life-forms. Over the course of 11 contributed chapters, 26 experts from around the globe identify known extremophiles, explore their unique ecologies and physiologies, and discuss current and future biotechnological applications.

Providing the most up-to-date coverage available of this rapidly advancing field, this book:
* Combines the latest research finding with informed speculation about extremophile evolution, ecology, physiology, and genetics
* Covers all types of extremophiles, including hyperthermophiles, psychrophiles, halophiles, acidophiles, alkaliophiles, and anaerobic extremophiles
* Explores current and future industrial applications, such as alkaliophile bioenergetics, metal recovery, and toxic waste disposal

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"...any scientist working on any aspect of extremophiles will need a copy of this book." (Chemtracts - Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Vol. 12, Number 10)

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This text is the only up-to-date study of extremophiles, microorganisms that thrive in extreme and inhospitable conditions (e.g. volcanoes, artic and nuclear reactors). Provides a detailed overview of the different groups of extrempohiles, their ecologies and the physicologies (genes) that have enabled them to survive under these conditions. Also includes a look at the use of extremophiles in biotechnological applications and their possible exploitation by this industry.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 322 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Liss; 1 edition (January 16, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471026182
• ISBN-13: 978-0471026181
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,840,306 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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