This concise, beautifully illustrated book provides a convenient introduction to the basic science of medical microbiology and how this relates to clinical practice. Expanded from the prize-winning first edition to cover virology and parasitology in addition to bacteriology, this second editions explains the essentials of microbial infection and continues to provide a sound basis for developing logical diagnostic and management strategies, including the critical area of antibiotic usage. Sect...

Let's delve into the world of sustainability and environmental protection with our captivating book designed specifically for young adults. In our comprehensive table of contents you will find answers to the most pressing questions and practical tips to have a positive impact on our environment.Discover the fundamentals of sustainability as we help you understand the complex concepts and explore the three pillars of sustainability - environmental, economic and social. Then delve deeper and ex...

Climate change and deoxygenation are among the most urgent threats to our planet’s oceans, rivers, and lakes, and the animals that inhabit them. The impact of warming waters and declining oxygen levels includes shifts in individual growth and reproduction, as well as changes in population dynamics and species distribution. These developments demand action, but to act effectively it is important to understand the general mechanisms that drive these trends.

This book presents a theoretical fr...