The Marine Microbiome: An Untapped Source of Biodiversity and Biotechnological Potential

Editors: Stal, Lucas J., Cretoiu, Mariana Silvia (Eds.)
Comprehensive and up-to-date review of marine microbial diversity and their habitats
Discusses the role of marine microbial diversity in ecosystem function
Presents novel products from marine microorganisms

This book describes the state-of-the-art concerning the ‘marine microbiome’ and its uses in biotechnology. The first part discusses the diversity and ecology of marine microorganisms and viruses, including all three domains of life: Bacteria, Archaea, and Eukarya. It discusses whether marine microorganisms exist and, if so, why they might be unique. The second part presents selected marine habitats, their inhabitants and how they influence biogeochemical cycles, while the third discusses the utilization of marine microbial resources, including legal aspects, dissemination, and public awareness.
The marine microbiome is the total of microorganisms and viruses in the ocean and seas and in any connected environment, including the seafloor and marine animals and plants. The diversity of microbial life remains unquantified and largely unknown, and could represent a hidden treasure for human society. Accordingly, this book is also intended to connect academics and industry, providing essential information for microbiologists from both fields.

Number of Illustrations and Tables
9 b/w illustrations, 34 illustrations in colour
Topics
Microbiology
Microbial Ecology
Applied Microbiology

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