(Ebook) Aeromonas by Joerg Graf ISBN 9781908230577, 1908230576

(Ebook) Aeromonas by Joerg Graf ISBN 9781908230577, 1908230576

The genus Aeromonas comprises a fascinating group of organisms linked to infections in humans, fish and other animals. Members of the genus are widespread in aquatic environments and can colonize a wide variety of animals in a benign or even beneficial manner. Dedicated to the genus Aeromonas, this book provides a comprehensive overview of current knowledge and authoritative research on the organisms, their taxonomy, ecology and pathogenicity. Written by a team of prominent scientists under the expert editorship of Joerg Graf, the topics covered include taxonomy, fish pathogens, infections in humans, beneficial associations, antigen structures, virulence mechanisms, molecular diagnostics and Aeromonas in food and water. Packed with practical information and state-of-the-art science this concise volume is an essential handbook for everyone involved with Aeromonas research or clinical diagnosis and is a recommended purchase for all microbiology and clinical libraries.