Insights In Microbial Physiology And Metabolism 2021

Advances in Microbial Physiology, Volume 84 in this ongoing serial, highlights new advances in the field with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors. Topics of interest in this update include Mycobacterial Efflux systems, New insights in bacterial organophosphorus cycling: from human pathogens to environmental bacteria, Link between gut sulfidogenic bacteria and disease, The Formate-H2 Axis and its Importance for Microbial Physiology, Physiology of diazotrophs, Antibiotic efficacy, and Microbial metabolites as modulators of host physiology. Provides the authority and expertise of leading contributors from an international board of authors Presents the latest release in Advances in Microbial Physiology serial Covers Mycobacterial efflux systems, New insights in bacterial organophosphorus, The link between gut sulfidogenic bacteria and disease, and much more

Bacterial Physiology and Metabolism focuses on research on bacteria, as well as metabolism of carbohydrates, fermentation, and oxidation of acids. The book first offers information on nutrition and growth of bacterial cultures, including requirements for growth, nutritional classification of bacteria, measurement of bacterial growth, and synchronous growth of bacterial cultures. The manuscript then considers the chemical composition of bacteria, oligosaccharide catabolism, and transport of sugars. The publication takes a look at the fermentation of sugars and aerobic metabolism of carbohydrates. Discussions focus on Embden-Meyerhof fermentations, miscellaneous pathways, and hexose, pentose, polyol, and hexuronic acid oxidation. The text also elaborates on oxidation of organic acids, electron transport, oxidation of hydrocarbons, and protein and amino acid catabolism. The text is a dependable reference for readers interested in bacterial physiology and metabolism.

This new textbook offers an introduction to microbial physiology for students with a background in microbiology, physiology and biochemistry.

Recent determination of genome sequences for a wide range of bacteria has made in-depth knowledge of prokaryotic metabolic function essential in order to give biochemical, physiological, and ecological meaning to the genomic information. Clearly describing the important metabolic processes that occur in prokaryotes under different conditions and in different environments, this advanced text provides an overview of the key cellular processes that determine bacterial roles in the environment, biotechnology, and human health. Prokaryotic structure is described as well as the means by which nutrients are transported into cells across membranes. Glucose metabolism through glycolysis and the TCA cycle are discussed, as well as other trophic variations found in prokaryotes, including the use of organic compounds, anaerobic fermentation, anaerobic respiratory processes, and photosynthesis. The regulation of metabolism through control of gene expression and control of the activity of enzymes is also covered, as well as survival mechanisms used under starvation conditions.

Bacterial physiology refers to a discipline concerning the life supporting processes and functions of the bacteria, which facilitate the growth and reproduction of the bacterial cells. Bacterial metabolism is a significant component of bacterial physiology, as it provides the means through which nutrients and energy is obtained by the bacteria for its survival and reproduction. Bacterial metabolism is focused on chemical diversity of dissimilation reactions and substrate oxidations, which create energy in the bacteria. Enzymatic reactions in bacterial cells are regulated by two models, which involve the regulation of enzyme activity and regulation of enzyme synthesis. The regulation of enzyme activity is involved in the modulation of biosynthetic pathways. The regulation of enzyme synthesis focuses on catabolite repression and enzyme induction, which control the degradative pathways. This book provides comprehensive insights into bacterial physiology and metabolism. It aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike.