Synopses & Reviews
Diatom biology, genomics and ecology are becoming more relevant to the human species. While there have been recent compilations of some of the applied aspects of diatoms, and the dizzying pace of taxonomic revisions, this new volume bring us up to date on their classification, biology and ecology, as well as covering the topics of genomics and applied uses. In this collection, some of the leaders in diatom research present either new information or summarize recent research efforts on a wide range of topics, including the tree of life of diatoms, their classifications, the wide habitats and ecological spectra the group exploits, as well as the beauty of their form. This volume celebrates the diversity, emerging areas of research and fascinating ecology of the diatoms bringing this group of world-renown and emerging research leaders together. 'The Diatom World' will foster greater appreciation and research contributions on this incredibly diverse and fascinating group of organisms.
Review
From the reviews: "This book describes the properties of diatoms, or with a more appropriate expression the diatom world. ... this book provides a great insight into the diatom world. Interestingly, this book contains not only reviews but the authors' own results. It is well illustrated with graphs and photos that bring closer to us not only the diatoms but the researchers as well. This book can be recommended to everyone interested in these algae and in this field of science." (M. Duleba, Acta Botanica Hungarica, Vol. 54 (1-2), 2012)
Review
From the reviews:"This book describes the properties of diatoms, or with a more appropriate expression the diatom world. ... this book provides a great insight into the diatom world. Interestingly, this book contains not only reviews but the authors' own results. It is well illustrated with graphs and photos that bring closer to us not only the diatoms but the researchers as well. This book can be recommended to everyone interested in these algae and in this field of science." (M. Duleba, Acta Botanica Hungarica, Vol. 54 (1-2), 2012)
Synopsis
Diatoms are fascinating algae, whose relevance today is greater than perhaps ever before. They are important players in a wide range of ecosystems, freshwater, brackish and marine.
Synopsis
This volume presents up-to-date information on diatom classification, biology and ecology, in addition to genomics and applied uses. The text discusses the tree of life of diatoms, their classifications, the habitats and ecological spectra the group exploits, and the beauty of their form.
Table of Contents
Foreword/Hildebrand, M/.- Opening/Seckbach, J. and Kociolek, J.P.].- Collecting, Cleaning, Mounting and Photographing Diatoms [Nagy, S.S.].- PART 1: TAXONOMY, SYSTEMATICS AND PHYLOGENY.- Morphology: Cell Wall, Cytology, Ultrastructural And Morphogenetic Studies [Cox, E.].- An Overview Of Diatom Classification With Some Prospects For The Future [Williams, D. M. and Kociolek, J. P].- A Review of the Evolution of The Diatoms From the Origin of the Lineage to Their Populations