Description: MICROBIOLOGY: THE FUNDAMENTALS.Scope and History of Microbiology.Fundamentals of Chemistry.Microscopy and Staining. Characteristics of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells.MICROBIAL METABOLISM, GROWTH, AND GENETICS.Essential Concepts of Metabolism.Growth and Culturing of Bacteria.Genetics I: Gene Action, Gene Regulation, and Mutation.Genetics II: Transfer of Genetic Material and Genetic Engineering.THE ROSTER OF MICROBES AND MULTICELLULAR PARASITES.An Introduction to Taxonomy: The Bacteria.Viruses.Eukaryotic Microorganisms and Parasites.CONTROL OF MICROORGANISMS.Sterilization and Infection.Antimicrobial Therapy.HOST-MICROBE INTERACTIONS.Host-Microbe Interactions.Epidemiology and Nosocomial Infections.Nonspecific Host Defenses.Immunology I: Basic Principles of Specific Immunity and Immunization.Immunology II: Immunological Disorders and Tests.INFECTIOUS DISEASE OF HUMAN ORGAN SYSTEMS.Diseases of the Skin and Eyes; Wounds and Bites.Diseases of the Respiratory System.Oral and Gastrointestinal Diseases.Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, and Systemic Diseases.Diseases of the Nervous System.Appendices.Glossary. Index.Photo Credits.

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