Genomes of Foodborne and Waterborne Pathogens
Author | : Pina Fratamico |
Publisher | : American Society for Microbiology Press |
Total Pages | : 766 |
Release | : 2010-12-20 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781555814571 |
ISBN-13 | : 1555814573 |
Rating | : 4/5 (71 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Detailed interpretation of the environmental consequences of the latest findings from genome sequencing studies—presenting both scientific and public health opportunities. • Explains how understanding pathogen genomics can help ensure the safety of global food and water supplies. • Focuses on specific food- and waterborne pathogens that represent major public health threats. • Examines how global trends, such as climate change, increasing human populations, and rising levels of pollution, are stressing the ecosystems that food- and waterborne pathogens encounter, forcing them to adapt. • Serves as an excellent text for microbiology and genomics researchers, public health officials, regulators, food scientists, and other applicable professionals.