Bacterial Survival in the Hostile Environment

Bacteria have developed various strategies to survive in the host environment, including adaptation to acidic conditions, microaerobic conditions, immune system stress, metal stress, modulation of host pathways, dormancy, drug tolerance, and resistance. This content provides mechanistic insights into pathogenic adaptations to host environments and discusses the adaptation mechanisms of extremophiles to extreme environments. It also highlights knowledge gaps and future prospects in the field of microbial adaptation for sustainable development in infection biology and pharmaceutics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 11 October 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

Bacteria are abundant in our environment, but only a select few possess the ability to cause diseases in humans. These resilient microorganisms face various challenges both within and outside their host bodies, employing diverse strategies to ensure their survival. In five comprehensive parts, Bacterial Survival in the Hostile Environment delves into the intricate tactics and strategies employed by bacteria to endure under stressed conditions. It focuses on gaining mechanistic insights into the pathogenic adaptations of bacteria to diverse host environments, such as acidic conditions, microaerobic conditions, immune system stress, and metal stress. Additionally, the content explores the modulation of host pathways by pathogens for survival, dormancy, drug tolerance, and resistance, as well as the role of proteins in stress survival.

The scope of this content extends to the adaptation mechanisms of extremophiles in extreme environments, providing a comprehensive and globally accessible advance knowledge related to bacterial survival from various perspectives. It also critically reviews the existing knowledge gaps and explores the promising future prospects in the field of microbial adaptation for sustainable development in infection biology and pharmaceutics. By unraveling the secrets of bacterial survival, researchers and healthcare professionals can gain valuable insights into developing effective strategies to combat infectious diseases and promote overall health and well-being.

Weight: 450g
ISBN-13: 9780323918060