Marine Microbiomes by Thakur, Manish; Kaur, Tejinder; Pathak, Surajit;

Rövid leírás:

This book discusses the biodiversity, ecological roles, and biotechnological applications of marine microorganisms. It explores their contributions to environmental processes and the impact of human activities on microbial communities. This book caters to researchers and students in marine biology, microbiology, and environmental science.

Hosszú leírás:

This book examines the diversity, ecological roles, and biotechnological potential of marine microorganisms. The introductory chapters provide the vast biodiversity of marine archaebacteria, actinobacteria, cyanobacteria, and algal and fungal ecosystems. The subsequent chapters examine the contribution of these microbiomes to biogeochemical cycles and the establishment of symbiotic relationships within marine ecosystems. The chapters also highlight the biotechnological insights gained from studying marine microbes, including the discovery, characterization, and utilization of novel marine enzymes and the burgeoning bioeconomy centered on marine microbial products. Further, the book explores the mechanisms behind microorganism-mediated metal solubilization, the degradation of marine micropollutants, and the breakdown of petroleum hydrocarbons. The chapters also cover the realms of microbial bioprospecting for functional foods, novel medicinal compounds, cosmeceuticals, and the development of microbial biosensors. Towards the end, the book reviews human activities such as ocean acidification, rising temperatures, heavy metal pollution, and the introduction of microplastics and pathogens that affect marine microbial communities. This book caters to researchers and students in marine biology, microbiology, environmental science, and biotechnology.

Key features:

•  Provides an in-depth examination of the vast diversity of marine microorganisms, including archaebacteria, actinobacteria, cyanobacteria, algae, fungi, and viruses.


•  Examines the ecological roles and biotechnological potential of these microorganisms, emphasizing the richness and complexity of life in marine extreme habitats.


•  Explores the crucial role played by marine microbiomes in biogeochemical cycles.


•  Covers microorganism-mediated metal solubilization, bioleaching, the degradation of micropollutants, and the breakdown of petroleum hydrocarbons.


• Discusses the potential of marine microorganisms as sources for novel applications in functional foods, medicines, cosmeceuticals, and biosensors.

Tartalomjegyzék:

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   The Enigmatic Depths: Exploring Marine Extreme Habitats. 2. Marine Archaeabacteria, Actinobacteria and Cyanobacteria. 3. Marine Algal and Fungal Ecosystems. 4. The Mysterious World of Oceanic Viruses. 5. Marine Microbiomes and Biogeochemical Cycles. 6. Symbiotic Relationships in Marine Microbial Communities. 7. Discovery, Characterization, and Utilization of Marine Enzymes. 8. Marine Microbiomes and their Endless Potential for the Bioeconomy. 9. Microorganism Mediated Metal Solubilization or Bioleaching. 10. Microbes as Biocatalysts of Marine Micropollutants. 11. Mighty Microbes: Nature’s Cleanup Crew for Petroleum Hydrocarbons in the Deep Blue Sea. 12. Unleashing the Power of Omics: Revolutionizing Bioremediation for a Greener Tomorrow. 13. Exploring the Potential of Microbial Bioprospecting for Functional Foods. 14. Marine Microbes: A Treasure Trove of Novel Medicines. 15. Cosmeceuticals: The Beauty Elixirs from the Deep. 16. Advancements in Marine Biosensing: Applications and Future Trends. 17. The Silent Shift: How Ocean Acidification and Rising Temperature Affect Marine Organisms. 18. The Heavy Metal Menace: Impact on Marine Microorganisms. 19. Delving Deep into the Microplastics Crisis in the Indian Aquatic Environment: An Overview. 20. Human Pathogen Spillover in Oceans.