Biology of Rhodococcus: 16 (Microbiology Monographs) - Hardcover

Alvarez

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 3642129366 ISBN 13: 9783642129360

Publisher: Springer, 2010

Synopsis

Rhodococcus, a metabolically versatile actinobacteria which is frequently found in the environment, has gained increasing interest due to its potential biotechnological applications. This Microbiology Monographs volume provides a thorough review of the various aspects of the biochemistry, physiology and genetics of the Genus Rhodococcus. Following an overview of its taxonomy, chapters cover the structural aspects of rhodococcal cellular envelope, genomes and plasmids, metabolic and catabolic pathways, such as those of aromatic compounds, steroids and nitriles, and desulfurization pathways, as well as the adaption to organic solvents. Further reviews discuss applications of Rhodococcus in the bioremediation of contaminated environments, in triacylglycerol accumulation, and in phytopathogenic strategies, as well as the potential of biosurfactants. A final chapter describes the sole pathogenic Rhodococcus member, R. equi.

About this edition

• Publisher: Springer
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 3642129366
• ISBN 13: 9783642129360
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 380
• Editor: Alvarez Hector, Alvarez H. Ctor M.