Introduces students to the diversity of microorganisms, including, bacteria, viruses, and fungi, and the impact of microbes on everyday life.
Covers various aspects of microorganism-based biotechnology, including recent methodologies such as advanced molecular techniques.
Illustrates various aspects of modern microbiology including microbial enzymes, secondary metabolites, next-generation sequencing, microbial-based biopesticides, microbial-based cancer therapies, biodiesel, and microbial products.