Metagenomics and Microbial Ecology

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Metagenomics and Microbial Ecology

Techniques and Applications

Research methods: general Molecular biology Microbiology (non-medical)

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Language: English

Published by: CRC Press

Published on: 29th November 2021

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 4 Mb

ISBN: 9781000482232


Microorganisms and Metagenomics

Microorganisms comprise the greatest genetic diversity in the natural ecosystem, and characterization of these microbes is an essential step towards discovering novel products or understanding complex biological mechanisms. The advancement of metagenomics coupled with the introduction of high-throughput, cost-effective NGS technology has expanded the possibilities of microbial research in various biological systems. In addition to traditional culture and biochemical characteristics, omics approaches (metagenomics, metaproteomics, and metatranscriptomics) are useful for analyzing complete microbial communities and their functional attributes in various environments.

Book Overview

Metagenomics and Microbial Ecology: Techniques and Applications explores the most recent advances in metagenomics research in the landscape of next-generation sequencing technologies. This book also describes how advances in sequencing technologies are used to study invisible microbes as well as the relationships between microorganisms in their respective environments.

Features

Features:

  • Covers a wide range of concepts, investigations, and technological advancement in metagenomics at the global level.
  • Highlights the novel and recent approaches to analyze microbial diversity and its functional attributes.
  • Features a range of chapters that present an introduction to the field and functional insight into various ecosystems.

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