Author : Pina Fratamico
Publisher : American Society for Microbiology Press
ISBN 13 : 1555814573
Total Pages : 766 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (558 download)
Book Synopsis Genomes of Foodborne and Waterborne Pathogens by : Pina Fratamico
Download or read book Genomes of Foodborne and Waterborne Pathogens written by Pina Fratamico and published by American Society for Microbiology Press. This book was released on 2010-12-20 with total page 766 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detailed interpretation of the environmental consequences of the latest findings from genome sequencing studies—presenting both scientific and public health opportunities. • Explains how understanding pathogen genomics can help ensure the safety of global food and water supplies. • Focuses on specific food- and waterborne pathogens that represent major public health threats. • Examines how global trends, such as climate change, increasing human populations, and rising levels of pollution, are stressing the ecosystems that food- and waterborne pathogens encounter, forcing them to adapt. • Serves as an excellent text for microbiology and genomics researchers, public health officials, regulators, food scientists, and other applicable professionals.