: Information flow, regulatory systems, and molecular aspects of growth .
DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis.
Brock: Biology of Microorganisms (17th edition) is a comprehensive undergraduate textbook covering microbial life, physiology, genetics, ecology, evolution, and interactions with humans and the environment. It continues the book’s tradition of combining molecular detail with ecological and applied perspectives to teach foundational microbiology.
As climate change progresses, the role of microbes in carbon cycling and bioremediation becomes vital. This edition places a heavier emphasis on the microbial "engine" that keeps the planet running.
The 17th edition of "Brock Biology of Microorganisms" is written by:
Understanding the biochemical engines that power life in extreme environments.