Introduction To Fungi

Author : John Webster
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 696 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1980-06-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521228883

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"This new edition of the universally acclaimed and widely used textbook on fungal biology has been completely rewritten, drawing directly on the authors' research and teaching experience. The text takes account of the rapid and exciting progress that has been made in the taxonomy, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, pathology and ecology of the fungi. Features of taxonomic significance are integrated with natural functions, including their relevance to human affairs."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Dube, H.C.
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
Page : 603 pages
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Release : 2013-06-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789386347398

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An Introduction To Fungi, 4Th Ed. by Dube, H.C. Pdf

The book deals with fungi, deftly defined as “the organisms studied by mycologists”. The fungi are now placed under three kingdoms: Fungi, Protozoa and Chromista/Straminopila due to their phylogenetic heterogeneity. In the last decade, world wide research projects: the “Deep Hypha” and AFTOL (Assembling the Fungal Tree of Life), have provided a phylogenetic classification based on genetic relatedness as evidenced by DNA sequencing data. The ‘Eumycotan fungi’, the ‘Protozoan fungi’ and the ‘Chromistan fungi’ represent distinct monophyletic groups. i.e. each group has a common ancestor and all are its descendants. The classification offered by above mega research projects and accepted by Dictionary of Fungi (2008) and leading international journals, forms the basis of this book. There are many surprises: Fungi and Animalia together form a monophyletic group. But there is no common name for them, and are called as “sister groups”. The mycologists would discover emergence of a new world of ‘modern mycology’ gleaned from recent publications. The book starts with History of Mycology remembering Louis Pasteur’s famous quote “History of science is science itself”. There are 31 chapters describing the form and function of fungi. Their symbiotic associations, chemical activities, secondary metabolites, mycotoxins, heterothallism, parasexuality and sex hormones are described under exclusive chapters. Each chapter is followed by a ‘summary’, and ‘test questions’. The book will be indispensable for students of botany, microbiology, plant pathology and medical mycology.

Author : Nicholas P. Money
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780191002595

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Fungi: A Very Short Introduction by Nicholas P. Money Pdf

The variety of the mycological world is far greater than most people imagine. Tens of thousands of fungal species have been described and many more are known only from the abundance of their genes in soil and water. Fungi are hugely important as agents of wood decay in forests, and, as parasites, they have caused the deaths of millions of people by ravaging crops and reshaping natural ecosystems. Fungi perform a variety of essential functions in ecosystems, and are important to both agriculture and biotechnology. Their importance is now becoming better appreciated among scientists, though there is much still to be understood concerning their taxonomy and evolution. This Very Short Introduction highlights the variety and extraordinary natures of fungi, revealing the remarkable facts of fungal biology and the global significance of these enchanting organisms. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Author : Michael J. Carlile,Sarah C. Watkinson,G. W. Gooday
Publisher : Gulf Professional Publishing
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 42,8 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 : Frank M. Dugan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015064718482

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The Identification of Fungi by Frank M. Dugan Pdf

This manual covers all groups of fungi and fungus-like organisms and includes over 500 diagrams and line drawings. Descriptions of major groups (phylogenetic and artificial), simplified keys to family, and an illustrated glossary enable placement of common fungi into the appropriate taxonomic category. Text and glossary are coordinated to introduce fundamentals of mycological terminology. Over 30 pages of references are provided for literature on identification of cultures and specimens, and references are also given for contemporary phylogenetic research on each major taxonomic group. Publisher.

Author : R. S. Mehrotra,K. R. Aneja
Publisher : New Age International
Page : 800 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Science
ISBN : 8122400892

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An Introduction to Mycology by R. S. Mehrotra,K. R. Aneja Pdf

The Book Incorporates In A Comparative Manner The Various Important Classifications Of Fungi Given By Different Workers. It Deals With The Morphology, Taxonomy, Life Cycles Of Various Groups Of Fungi And Also Includes The Disease Cycle And Control Measures Of Fungal Pathogens, Responsible For Causing Diseases Of National As Well As International Importance. The Book Has Been Written To Cater To The Needs Of Honours And Postgraduate Students Of Indian Universities. The Aim Of The Book Is To Bring In All The Recent Information In Fungi In One Volume. General Topics Like Heterothallism, Parasexual Cycle, Sex Hormones, Evolutionary Tendencies In Lower Fungi, Evolution Of Conidium From A Sporangium, Sexuality In Ascomycetes With Special Reference To Degeneration And Modification Of Sex Organs, Phylogeny Of Fungi Have Been Discussed At Length. Important Topics Like Ecology, Economic Importance Of Fungi In Various Ways, Applications Of Fungi In Biotechnology And Fungi As Symbionts Of Photobionts, Plants And Insects Has Also Been Discussed In Detail. Appendices Like Important Text And Reference Books, Mycoiogical Journals, Fungal Culture Collection Centres Of The World, Mounting Media And Common Culture Media For Fungi Have Been Included.

Author : John Webster,Roland Weber
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2007-01-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 1139461508

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Introduction to Fungi by John Webster,Roland Weber Pdf

This new edition of the universally acclaimed and widely-used textbook on fungal biology has been completely re-written, drawing directly on the authors' research and teaching experience. The text takes account of the rapid and exciting progress that has been made in the taxonomy, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, pathology and ecology of the fungi. Features of taxonomic relevance are integrated with natural functions, including their relevance to human affairs. Special emphasis is placed on the biology and control of human and plant pathogens, providing a vital link between fundamental and applied mycology. The book is richly illustrated throughout with specially prepared drawings and photographs, based on living material. Illustrated life-cycles are provided, and technical terms are clearly explained. Extensive reference is made to recent literature and developments, and the emphasis throughout is on whole-organism biology from an integrated, multidisciplinary perspective.

Author : Kevin Kavanagh
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 44,7 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 : H. C. Dube
Publisher : South Asia Books
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1983-05-01
Category : Fungi
ISBN : 0706918975

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An Introduction to Fungi by H. C. Dube Pdf

Author : Peter Roberts,Shelley Evans
Publisher : Ivy Press
Page : 1987 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2014-06-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781782401360

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The Book of Fungi by Peter Roberts,Shelley Evans Pdf

The fifth order of the natural kingdom is made up of an estimated 1.5 million species of fungi, found in every habitat type worldwide. The Book of Fungi takes 600 of the most remarkable fleshy fungi from around the world and reproduces each at its actual size, in full colour, and accompanied by a scientific explanation of its distribution, habitat, association, abundance, growth form, spore colour and edibility. Location maps give at-a-glance indications of each species known global distribution, and specially commissioned engravings show different fruitbody forms and provide the vital statistics of height and diameter. Theres a place, too, for readers to discover the more bizarre habits of fungi from the predator that hunts its prey with lassos to the one that entices sows by releasing the pheromones of a wild boar. Mushrooms, morels, puffballs, toadstools, truffles, chanterelles fungi from habitats spanning the poles and the tropics, from the highest mountains to our own gardens are all on display in this definitive work.

Author : James R. Hanson
Publisher : Royal Society of Chemistry
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2008-08-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780854041367

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Chemistry of Fungi by James R. Hanson Pdf

Fungi occupy an important place in the natural world, as non-photosynthetic organisms, they obtain their nutrients from the degradation of organic material. They use many of their secondary metabolites to secure a place in a competitive natural environment and to protect themselves from predation. The diverse structures, biosyntheses and biological activities of fungal metabolites have attracted chemists for many years. Fungi are ubiquitous and their activities affect many aspects of our daily lives whether it be as sources of pharmaceuticals and food or as spoilage organisms and the causes of.

Author : Colin K. Campbell,Elizabeth M. Johnson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-01-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118520079

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Identification of Pathogenic Fungi by Colin K. Campbell,Elizabeth M. Johnson Pdf

Since the first edition of Identification of Pathogenic Fungi, there has been incredible progress in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of fungal diseases: new methods of diagnosis have been introduced, and new antifungal agents have been licensed for use. However, these developments have been offset by the emergence of resistance to several classes of drugs, and an increase in infections caused by fungi with innate resistance to one or more classes. Identification of Pathogenic Fungi, Second Edition, assists in the identification of over 100 of the most significant organisms of medical importance. Each chapter is arranged so that the descriptions for similar organisms may be found on adjacent pages. Differential diagnosis details are given for each organism on the basis of both colonial appearance and microscopic characteristics for the organisms described. In this fully updated second edition, a new chapter on the identification of fungi in histopathological sections and smears has been added, while colour illustrations of cultures and microscopic structures have been included, and high quality, four colour digital images are incorporated throughout.

Author : Nicholas P. Money
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Fungi
ISBN : 9780199688784

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Fungi by Nicholas P. Money Pdf

The variety of the mycological world is far greater than most people imagine. Some fungi kill trees and ravage crops, and pathogenic fungi can infect animals and even humans. But fungi also play crucial roles in ecosystems. They act as agents of wood decay in forests, and symbiotic relationships with mycorrhizal fungi are vital to many plants. In this Very Short Introduction Nicholas P. Money explains the essential functions performed by fungi, the importance of studying them to contain fungal diseases, and how fungi are being used in agriculture, biotechnology, and medicine. -- from cover flap.

Author : David Moore,Geoffrey D. Robson,Anthony P. J. Trinci
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 705 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2011-07-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781107006768

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21st Century Guidebook to Fungi with CD by David Moore,Geoffrey D. Robson,Anthony P. J. Trinci Pdf

Uniquely modern textbook providing a broad, all-round understanding of fungal biology and the biological systems to which fungi contribute.

Author : Chelin Rani Gnanam
Publisher : MJP Publisher
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2019-06-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Introduction To Mycology by Chelin Rani Gnanam Pdf

IntroductionDivision—MyxomycotaClass—PlasmodiophoromycetesClass—ChytridiomycetesClass—OomycetesClass—PeronosporalesSubdivision—ZygomycotinaSubdivision—AscomycotinaClass—HemiascomycetesGenus—PenicilliumClass—PyrenomycetesClass—DiscomycetesSubdivision—BasidiomycotinaClass—TeliomycetesClass–HymenomycetesOrder—AphyllophoralesClass—GastromycetesOrder—NidularialesSubdivision—Deuteromycotina (Fungi Imperfecti)Class—Hyphomycetes