Frontiers in Microbial Biotechnology and Plant Pathology

Book Details

• Author(s): C. Manoharachary, D.K. Purohit, S. Ram Reddy, M.A. Singaracharya, S. Girisham

• Publisher: Scientific Publishers

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Year of Publication: 2002

• ISBN: 9788172332914

• Pages: 343

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 7.5 x 9.75 inches

• Weight: 830 grams

About the Book
This comprehensive book is a collection of review and research articles contributed by eminent microbiologists, plant pathologists, and mycologists, covering a wide array of topics within the field of plant pathology and microbiology. These articles focus on various aspects of plant diseases, their management, and the role of microorganisms in plant health.

Key topics covered include:

• Host-pathogen interaction: Examining how plants and pathogens interact at a cellular level and how these interactions can influence disease development.

• Disease management: Exploring strategies for controlling plant diseases, including biological control and chemical management techniques.

• Role of arbuscular mycorrhizae: Delving into the significance of mycorrhizal fungi in plant growth, nutrient uptake, and disease resistance.

• Taxonomy of fungi: Providing insights into the classification and identification of fungi, a key component in understanding plant diseases.

• Bacteria as bioinoculants: Discussing how certain bacteria can be used to promote plant growth and protect against soil-borne pathogens.

• Phytoalexins: Investigating the plant defense compounds that play a crucial role in combating diseases.

• Post-harvest pathology: Focusing on the diseases that affect crops after harvesting and how to manage them to reduce losses.

This book is a Festschrift (tribute) for Professor S.M. Reddy on his sixtieth birthday, acknowledging his outstanding contributions to the teaching and research of botany, particularly in mycology and plant pathology. It will be a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals in the fields of plant pathology, mycology, and microbiology.