Assessing the Microbiological Health of Ecosystems

The health of an ecosystem depends on the niche activities of its microbial communities, which are organized and coordinated by Assessing the Microbiological Health of Ecosystems. This book will be a valuable resource for environmental microbiologists, ecologists, and integrative biologists, helping them to understand the commonalities of processes, techniques, and discoveries in the study of microbial communities and how microbial communities coordinate their function.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2022
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Ecosystems are intricate systems, akin to interlocking puzzles, where the health of an ecosystem ultimately hinges on the specialized roles played by its microbial communities. Understanding the coordinated functions of these microbial communities and the impacts of global climate change on microbial life is crucial for comprehending the intricate dynamics of these ecosystems.

Assessing the Microbiological Health of Ecosystems provides a comprehensive overview of our current understanding of how microbial community processes are organized and the mechanisms by which the activities of their constituent species are coordinated. The authors, through their collective efforts, present a foundation for understanding what contributes to the health and vitality of microbial components within an ecosystem. This knowledge serves as a crucial stepping stone toward achieving one of the ultimate goals of environmental microbiology: the ability to diagnose and rectify the integrative nature of microbial activities when ecosystems face challenges.

This book will be an invaluable resource for environmental microbiologists, ecologists, and integrative biologists. It will:

• Assist researchers and students in gaining a deeper understanding of the commonalities and shared approaches in studying microbial communities.
• Contribute to our understanding of how microbial communities coordinate their functions, exploring the methods used to measure the relative rates and effective integration of community microbial processes.
• Offer insights into the composition of a healthy microbial ecosystem, shedding light on the diverse species and interactions that contribute to its resilience and stability.

By learning to recognize the characteristics and factors that constitute a healthy microbial ecosystem, we make significant progress toward developing the ability to diagnose and rectify the health of ailing microbial ecosystems. This knowledge will empower the next generation of scientists to explore innovative solutions and approaches for preserving and restoring the balance of these vital ecosystems.

Weight: 774g
Dimension: 183 x 259 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119678328