Microbial Physiology

The Fourth Edition of Microbial Physiology retains the logical, easy-to-follow organization of the previous editions. An introduction to cell structure and synthesis of cell components is provided, followed by detailed discussions of genetics, metabolism, growth, and regulation for anyone wishing to understand the mechanisms underlying cell survival and growth. This comprehensive reference approaches the subject from a modern molecular genetic perspective, incorporating new insights gained from various genome projects.

Preface. Introduction to Microbial Physiology. Macromolecular Synthesis and Processing: DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis. Bacterial Genetics. Techniques of Microbial Genetics, Genomics, and Proteomics. Regulation of Prokaryotic Gene Expression. Bacteriophage Genetics. Cell Structure and Function. Central Pathways of Carbohydrate Metabolism. Energy Production and Metabolite Transport. Metabolism of Substrates Other than Glucose. Fermentation Pathways. Photosynthesis and Inorganic Metabolism. Lipids and Sterols. Nitrogen Metabolism. Amino Acids. Purines and Pyrimidines. Bacterial Cell Division. Microbial Stress Responses. Bacterial Differentiation. Mechanism of Microbial Virulence and Pathogenesis. Index.