Applied Microbiology

Author: Li Li, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: This textbook is structured around the six fundamental techniques of applied microbiology—microscopy, aseptic techniques, isolation and purification, growth measurement, group identification, and breeding—following the principle of "essential and sufficient." At the beginning of each chapter, the course objectives are explicitly stated across three dimensions: knowledge, skills, and professional attitudes, fully highlighting the cultivation of professional competencies. Each chapter is accompanied by concept maps, summaries, and reflection questions for learners to clarify their understanding and build a stronger foundation for mastering skills. The book is divided into two parts. Part 1 primarily introduces the theoretical foundations of microbial characteristics, historical development, microscopy, microbial identification techniques, growth measurement techniques, disinfection and sterilization techniques, isolation and culture techniques, breeding and preservation techniques, as well as the applications of microbiology in food and pharmaceuticals. Part 2 presents experimental and comprehensive application experiments on microscopy, microbial identification techniques, growth measurement techniques, disinfection and sterilization techniques, and isolation and culture techniques, which can be selected for use. This book can serve as a teaching material for biology-related majors in higher vocational and technical colleges and can also be used for relevant vocational training.