Uniting-for the first time-current information on anaerobic fungi from a number of different disciplines, this unique reference examines the taxonomy, physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and ecology of anaerobic fungi-focusing on fungi from the rumen and other gut environments such as the cecum and hindgut of nonruminant herbivores.
Anaerobic Fungi
Presents new techniques for culturing anaerobic fungi!
analyzes the isolation, culture, and survival of anaerobic fungi
describes the nucleic acids of anaerobic fungi, gene cloning, and the establishment of molecular phylogeny
discusses the fermentation of carbohydrates
explains how anaerobic fungi interact with other microorganisms
investigates the ultrastructure of plant cell walls degraded by fungi
details the effects of diet on fungal populations
delineates specific procedures for quantifying anaerobic fungi
outlines potential directions for future research in molecular genetics
and more!
