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The fungi are one of the great groups of living organisms, comparable in numbers of species, diversity and ecological significance with animals, plants, protists and bacteria. This textbook deals with all fundamental and applied aspects of mycology, illustrated by reference to well studied species from major fungal groups. Since the publication of the first edition of The Fungi, there have been many important advances in the field of mycology. This second up-to-date edition has been revised and substantially expanded, and incorporates the application of methods of molecular biology, especially DNA technology to mycology. KEY FEATURES:* Question and answer section at the end of each chapter* Modern classification based on Molecular phylogeny* Detail of the recent increased understanding of the organelles and processes involved in hyphal growth* New molecular understanding of mating type genes* The latest on molecular recognition in the infection process* The use of DNA technology in engineering plant resistance to fungal diseases* New section on medical mycology* Fungal mycology in animals* The latest on the use of genetically manipulated fungi to produce products earlier obtained from mammals

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.0 based on 2 reviews)

dated, but still useful by kaysa (Hancock, MI)

5 Stars
June 07, 2009
Although the first edition copy is somewhat dated, the basic morphological descriptions are still very useful. This is a good introductory mycology book, as long as you promptly read another, more up-to-date version right after reading this one.

Fungi, mysteries and fascinations

3 Stars
April 10, 2001
This book is a very good overview of the kingdom Fungi. With an easy vocabulary usage, the authors were able to entertain the reader with very well done chapters. Although some of the topics could have been streesed a little deeper, the book is perfect for college students enrolled in classes such as introductory mycoloy and fungal systematics.

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