Fungi In The Environment

Author : Kevin Kavanagh
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119977698

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Fungi by Kevin Kavanagh Pdf

Fungi: Biology and Applications, Second Edition provides a comprehensive treatment of fungi, covering biochemistry, genetics and the medical and economic significance of these organisms at introductory level. With no prior knowledge of the subject assumed, the opening chapters offer a broad overview of the basics of fungal biology, in particular the physiology and genetics of fungi and also a new chapter on the application of genomics to fungi. Later chapters move on to include more detailed coverage of topics such as antibiotic and chemical commodities from fungi, new chapters on biotechnological use of fungal enzymes and fungal proteomics, and fungal diseases of humans, antifungal agents for use in human therapy and fungal pathogens of plants.

Author : Vijay Kumar Sharma,Maulin P Shah,Shobhika Parmar,Ajay Kumar
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 561 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128213957

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Fungi Bio-prospects in Sustainable Agriculture, Environment and Nano-technology by Vijay Kumar Sharma,Maulin P Shah,Shobhika Parmar,Ajay Kumar Pdf

Fungi bio-prospects in sustainable agriculture, environment and nanotechnology is a three-volume series that has been designed to explore the huge potential of the many diverse applications of fungi to human life. The series unveils the latest developments and scientific advances in the study of the biodiversity of fungi, extremophilic fungi, and fungal secondary metabolites and enzymes, while also presenting cutting-edge molecular tools used to study fungi. Readers will learn all about the recent progress and future potential applications of fungi in agriculture, environmental remediation, industry, food safety, medicine, and nanotechnology. Volume 1 will cover the biodiversity of fungi and the associated biopotential applications. This volume offers insights into both basic and advanced biotechnological applications in human welfare and sustainable agriculture. The chapters shed light on the different roles of fungi as a bio-fertilizer, a bio-control agent, and a component of microbial inoculants. They also focus on the various applications of fungi in bio-fuel production, nano-technology, and in the management of abiotic stresses such as drought, salinity, and metal toxicity. Provides a deep understanding of fungi and summarizes fungi’s various applications in the fields of microbiology and sustainable agriculture Describes the role of fungal inoculants as biocontrol agents, and in improved stress tolerance and growth of plants

Author : Geoffrey Gadd,Sarah C. Watkinson,Paul S. Dyer
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 367 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2007-04-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139462105

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Fungi in the Environment by Geoffrey Gadd,Sarah C. Watkinson,Paul S. Dyer Pdf

Fungi are of fundamental importance in the terrestrial environment. They have roles as decomposers, plant pathogens, symbionts, and in elemental cycles. Fungi are often dominant, and in soil can comprise the largest pool of biomass (including other microorganisms and invertebrates). They also play a role in maintenance of soil structure due to their filamentous growth habit and exopolymer production. Despite their important roles in the biosphere, fungi are frequently neglected within broader environmental and microbiological spheres. Additionally, mycological interests can be somewhat fragmented between traditional subject boundaries. This multi-disciplinary volume explores the roles and importance of fungi in the environment. Particular emphasis is given to major research advances made in recent years as a result of molecular and genomic approaches, and in cell imaging and biology. Drawing together microbiologists, mycologists, and environmental scientists, this work is a unique account of modern environmental mycology, and a pivotal contribution to the field.

Author : John Dighton,James White,Peter Oudemans
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1028 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1992-06-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 082478605X

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The Fungal Community by John Dighton,James White,Peter Oudemans Pdf

Entirely rewritten and updated throughout, this Second Edition maintains and enhances the features of the first edition. The Fungal Community, Second Edition continues to cover the entire spectrum of fungal ecology, from studies of individual fungal populations to the functional role of fungi at the ecosystem level, and to present mycological ecology as a rational, organized body of knowledge.;Acting as a bridge between mycological data and ecological theory, The Fungal Community, Second Edition offers such new features as an emphasis on the nonequilibrium perspective, including the impact of habitat disturbance and environmental stress; more information on the ecological genetics of fungal populations; a chapter on the fitness of genetically altered fungi when released into the environment; an examination of fungal morphological and physiological adaptations from the evolutionary ecologist's point-of-view; an explication of the effect of fungi and insect interactions on fungal community structure and decomposition processes; a section on the importance of fungi in determining patterns of plant community development; and a chapter on modeling fungal contributions to decomposition and nutrient cycling in ecosystems.;With over 3700 references, The Fungal Community, Second Edition is a resource for mycologists; microbial ecologists; microbiologists; geneticists; virologists; plant pathologists; cell and molecular biologists; biotechnologists; soil, forest, and environmental scientists; and graduate-level students in these disciplines.

Author : Juliet C. Frankland,Naresh Magan,Geoffrey M. Gadd
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2009-06-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521106257

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Fungi and Environmental Change by Juliet C. Frankland,Naresh Magan,Geoffrey M. Gadd Pdf

Despite an upsurge in national and international debate on environmental issues since the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in 1992, fungi, vital to the functioning of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, are rarely mentioned. This volume helps redress this imbalance by considering fungi in the context of the impact of humankind's activity on their habitats. The presentation of experimental evidence is a major feature of the volume. Contributions on the effects of global warming, UV-B radiation, atmospheric and terrestrial pollutants, deforestation in the tropics, loss of biodiversity, genetic engineering and chaos theory ensure a topical and balanced coverage, with both ecological and physiological viewpoints being represented. This timely review will be of interest to all mycologists and those ecologists concerned with environmental change.

Author : John Dighton
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 441 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2018-09-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781315360164

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Fungi in Ecosystem Processes by John Dighton Pdf

This new edition of Fungi in Ecosystem Processes continues the unique approach of examining the roles of fungi from the perspective of ecosystem functions. It explores how fungi have adapted to survive within particular constraints, how they help to maintain homeostasis in ecosystems, how they facilitate resistance to perturbations, and how they influence the communities of other organisms. Updated and revised, the second edition Expands the section on plant pathogens, invasive species, and insect–fungal interactions Provides more extensive coverage on insect–fungal interactions, including entomopathogens, the links between entomopathogens and endophytes, and symbiotic and mutualistic interactions Adds a new section on fungi in the built environment Presents new material on below-ground to above-ground interactions mediated through fungi, such as mycorrhizal signaling systems for herbivory defense The book also includes expanded coverage of the role of fungi in suppressive soils, aquatic and marine fungi, modern methods of following food chains in fungal–invertebrate trophic interactions, and the physiology of nutrient uptake by mycorrhizae. A necessary update and expansion to previous material, this book provides an essential reference on the current understanding of fungal roles in ecosystem processes. It also identifies directions for future study, including an emphasis on the need for further research on fungi in built environments.

Author : Michael J. Carlile,Sarah C. Watkinson,G. W. Gooday
Publisher : Gulf Professional Publishing
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2001-01-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780127384467

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The Fungi by Michael J. Carlile,Sarah C. Watkinson,G. W. Gooday Pdf

This new edition of The Fungi provides a comprehensive introduction to the importance of fungi in the natural world and in practical applications, from a microbiological perspective.

Author : John Dighton
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2003-05-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780824755256

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Fungi in Ecosystem Processes by John Dighton Pdf

Takes the Novel Approach of viewing the role of fungi from the perspective of ecosystem functions. Addressing the main processes occuring in ecosystems and showing where and how fungi are critical, this book will help readers gain a better understanding of the role of fungi in shaping ecosystems.

Author : Committee on Damp Indoor Spaces and Health
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2004-08-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309133395

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Damp Indoor Spaces and Health by Committee on Damp Indoor Spaces and Health Pdf

Almost all homes, apartments, and commercial buildings will experience leaks, flooding, or other forms of excessive indoor dampness at some point. Not only is excessive dampness a health problem by itself, it also contributes to several other potentially problematic types of situations. Molds and other microbial agents favor damp indoor environments, and excess moisture may initiate the release of chemical emissions from damaged building materials and furnishings. This new book from the Institute of Medicine examines the health impact of exposures resulting from damp indoor environments and offers recommendations for public health interventions. Damp Indoor Spaces and Health covers a broad range of topics. The book not only examines the relationship between damp or moldy indoor environments and adverse health outcomes but also discusses how and where buildings get wet, how dampness influences microbial growth and chemical emissions, ways to prevent and remediate dampness, and elements of a public health response to the issues. A comprehensive literature review finds sufficient evidence of an association between damp indoor environments and some upper respiratory tract symptoms, coughing, wheezing, and asthma symptoms in sensitized persons. This important book will be of interest to a wide-ranging audience of science, health, engineering, and building professionals, government officials, and members of the public.

Author : Sonia M. Tiquia-Arashiro,Martin Grube
Publisher : Springer
Page : 626 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-07-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030190309

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Fungi in Extreme Environments: Ecological Role and Biotechnological Significance by Sonia M. Tiquia-Arashiro,Martin Grube Pdf

Over the last decades, scientists have been intrigued by the fascinating organisms that inhabit extreme environments. These organisms, known as extremophiles, thrive in habitats which for other terrestrial life-forms are intolerably hostile or even lethal. Based on such technological advances, the study of extremophiles has provided, over the last few years, ground-breaking discoveries that challenge the paradigms of modern biology. In the new bioeconomy, fungi in general, play a very important role in addressing major global challenges, being instrumental for improved resource efficiency, making renewable substitutes for products from fossil resources, upgrading waste streams to valuable food and feed ingredients, counteracting life-style diseases and antibiotic resistance through strengthening the gut biota, making crop plants more robust to survive climate change conditions, and functioning as host organisms for production of new biological drugs. This range of new uses of fungi all stand on the shoulders of the efforts of mycologists over generations. The book is organized in five parts: (I) Biodiversity, Ecology, Genetics and Physiology of Extremophilic Fungi, (II) Biosynthesis of Novel Biomolecules and Extremozymes (III) Bioenergy and Biofuel synthesis, and (IV) Wastewater and biosolids treatment, and (V) Bioremediation.

Author : Vijay Kumar Sharma,Maulin P. Shah,Shobhika Parmar,Ajay Kumar
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128219263

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Fungi Bio-prospects in Sustainable Agriculture, Environment and Nano-technology by Vijay Kumar Sharma,Maulin P. Shah,Shobhika Parmar,Ajay Kumar Pdf

Fungi Bio-prospects in Sustainable Agriculture, Environment and Nanotechnology, Volume Two: Extremophilic Fungi and Myco-mediated Environmental Management explores varied aspects of fungal biology and their relevance in microbiology and agriculture, thus allowing for better insights on basic and advanced biotechnological application in human welfare and sustainable agriculture. Chapters throw light on different sectors of fungi, including fungi in extreme circumstances, bioremediation, complex and toxic effluents, and mycoremediation. The book was designed to explore the possibility of huge fungal diversity for present and future generation in different sectors of human life. Volume Two focuses on extremophilic fungi and myco-mediated environmental management. Summarizes various aspects of fungi in the field of microbiology, sustainable agriculture, nano-technology and environment Describes the molecular approaches and gene expression of fungi Provides a deeper understanding of fungi that could be articulated in various fields

Author : Geoffrey M. Gadd
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2001-11-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521781191

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Fungi in Bioremediation by Geoffrey M. Gadd Pdf

An authoritative account of the application of fungi to the treatment of environmental pollution.

Author : Geoffrey Gadd
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:67001487

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Fungi in the Environment by Geoffrey Gadd Pdf

Author : Praveen Gehlot,Joginder Singh
Publisher : Springer
Page : 779 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-09
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789811303937

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Fungi and their Role in Sustainable Development: Current Perspectives by Praveen Gehlot,Joginder Singh Pdf

This book illustrates the multiple roles of fungi in everyday life. Fungi are the large group of organisms with tremendous diversity and economic importance. Their ability to produce commercially efficient useful products makes them the vulnerable sustainable tool for the future generation. This book describes a systems approach and provides a means to share the latest developments and advances about the benefits of fungi including their wide application, traditional uses, modern practices, along with designing of strategies to harness their potential. The chapters are organized with data, providing information related to different sustainable aspects of fungi in agriculture, its cultivation and conservation strategies, industrial and environmental utilization, advanced bioconversion technologies and modern biotechnological interventions. Updated information and current opinion related to its application for sustainable agriculture, environment, and industries as futuristic tools have been presented and discussed in different chapters. The book also elucidates a comprehensive yet a representative description of the challenges associated with the sustained application of fungi to achieve the goals of sustainability.

Author : William Bridge Cooke
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 655 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2019-07-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781351088510

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Ecology Of Fungi by William Bridge Cooke Pdf

Originally published in 1979. A review of the broad subject of the ecology of fungi. Fungi, are progressive, ever changing and evolving rapidly in their own way, so that they are capable of becoming adapted to every condition of life. We may rest assured that as green plants and animals disappear one by one from the face of the earth, some of the fungi will always be present to dispose of the last remains. Ecology has been defined by Daubenmire as the study of the reciprocal relations between organisms and their environment. Fungi are heterotrophic organisms which cannot manufacture their basic food requirements and so are dependent on food materials produced by other organisms either as saprobes or parasites.