Manual of Environmental MicrobiologyChriston J. Hurst, Guy R. Knudsen Intended for university, industry, and government scientists as well as those who regularly conduct environmental monitoring and consulting, MEM will also serve as an important text for advanced level courses in environmental microbiology and microbial ecology. This landmark effort, written and edited by leading researchers and instructors, is certain to become the gold standard in its field, in the tradition of ASM's other renowned, authoritative manuals. |
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