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Shape may be regarded as the external contour of an organism, while form describes the three-dimensional arrangement of the component parts. These are distinct yet interdependent concepts, and both are a consequence of development. The forces and processes which determine shape and form in plants and fungi have fascinated botanists and mycologists for centuries; theories abound, yet real understanding remains elusive.
The authors in this volume address these matters from a wide variety of different standpoints. The contributions are not an attempt to cover the entire field, but rather a collection likely to stimulate new thought and intellectual excitement. The strength of the volume lies in its diversity of approach and philosophy.
Some important themes arise: the creative tension between the holistic and reductionist approaches to analysis of shape and form; the paucity of information on the internal messages and forces which link genome and phenotype; and the potential of research with unicellular plans and with fungi, where the relative simplicity of the systems for study and the increasing availability of the appropriate analytical tools should lead to major advances in understanding.
This volume will prove invaluable as a basis for discussion between plant scientists, ecologists and evolutionary biologists at all levels. ... Read more

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This is the essential handbook from the International Mycological Institute for all who work with or are interested in fungi (including lichens and yeasts).This new edition, with over 19,500 entries, has been prepared by significantly revising the information included in the seventh edition.It provides the most complete listing of generic names of fungi available.For each, the authority (complying with the recently published standard forms for names of authors), the date of publication, status, systematic position,number of accepted species, distribution and references to key publications are given.Diagnoses of families, orders and higher categories are included for most groups.In addition, there are explanations of terms used in mycology, bibliographic notes, information on well-known metabolites and mycotoxins and short accounts of almost all pure and applied aspects of the subjectalways including citations of important literature.

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Good reference book, for serious mycologists.
A great standard reference for the quagmire of fungal taxonomy.At time's it is so specific that a dictionary is needed to read it! Readers interested in identification of fungi should chose a field guide. ... Read more

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Microorganisms, including those genetically modified (GMOs),are increasingly being released deliberately into the environment fordifferent purposes. One major interest is the use of antagonisticorganisms for biological control of pests and plant diseases. Both inthe development of biocontrol agents and their later risk assessmentand product approval, there is a need for methods that facilitatemonitoring of such introduced microorganisms. This book particularlyaddresses the various approaches for monitoring introduced fungi andthe current status of techniques which may be relevant to use aredescribed. Such techniques include marker genes and other DNA-basedtechniques, serology using polyclonals or monoclonals, the use ofenzymes or secondary metabolite profiles, and `electronic noses' aswell as more traditional methods like dilution plating. ... Read more

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Thoroughly revised, this edition summarizes the field of fungal physiology from a dynamic, experimental perspective. Integrates molecular genetics with biochemistry and development of fungi. Reorganized into 14 chapters it describes the latest contemporary experimental approaches to fungal research as well as future developments. ... Read more

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This book provides an extensive and readily comprehensible survey of the various aspects of applied mycology. Following an introductory chapter on fungal physiology and genetics, both traditional and modern applications of fungal biotechnology are discussed in individual chapters by competent researchers and experts from industry and the academic world. The book is thus highly amendable to practical purposes. The individual chapters are structured according to the following general pattern. The starting point is generally provided by a specific scientific problem (e.g. developing a drug to fight a certain pathogene), which is followed by a short description of the corresponding products and their occurrence in nature. Subsequently, current production including the most frequently used production methods is outlined. Other, not yet readily established approaches with alternative organisms are discussed. Finally, current research objectives and potential future developments are pointed out. ... Read more

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This is the third volume in a series that aims to provide a guide to the agarics and boleti occurring in the Netherlands. Generae covered include Clitocybeae, Laccarieae, Collybieae, Marasmieae, Myceneae, Panellae and Biannularieae. ... Read more

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This is a very nice technical reference.Includes simple black and white line drawings of mushrooms and microscopic features but no photos.Unfortunately, the binding is extremely cheap, not even up to the quality of what you can get at Kinkos.Content is great but you'd think such an expensive book would have nicer binding. ... Read more

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Divided into logical easy-to-use sections, Neotyphodium in Cool-Season Grasses is an up-to-date anthology of the latest knowledge on the genus Neotyphodium. This thorough text covers the molecular biology of Neotyphodium endophytes and their effects on grass hosts, invertebrate and vertebrate herbivores, and the plant communities in which they interact. The expert editors also include information on the commercial uses of endophytes in livestock and turf industries.

Researchers and teachers in grass research, extension, agronomy, and animal toxicology, and university libraries with courses in these subjects should not be without this important text. ... Read more

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This is the third volume in a series that aims to provide a guide to the agarics and boleti occuring in the Netherlands. Generae covered include Clitocybeae, Laccarieae, Collybieae, Marasmieae, Myceneae, Panellae and Biannularieae. ... Read more

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In nature, the roots of most plants are infected by symbiotic fungi to form mycorrhiza which play a central role in the capture of nutrients from the soil. Most of our knowledge of the biology of the mycorrhizal symbiosis has been derived from studies carried out under controlled conditions in the laboratory or glasshouse. There is an increasing awareness of the need to extend these studies to the more natural situations in which the symbiosis evolved and in which it normally functions. This volume brings together a series of papers which place major emphasis upon mycorrhizal function in nature. They consist of edited and revised contributions to the Third European Symposium on Mycorrhizas, held at the University of Sheffield, 19-23 August 1991. ... Read more

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Knowledge of downy mildew pathogens and diseases has increased significantly in taxonomy, phylogeny, genetics, molecular biology, host-parasite interactions, ecology, epidemiology and control. The opportunity to update comprehensively the major advances in these areas was created by the 2^nd International Symposium on Downy Mildews held in July 2007 at Olomouc (Czech Republic). Keynote contributions from this meeting are published here in 14 chapters that provide the most authoritative and recent analysis of these biotrophic plant pathogens and their interactions with plants. It will be an invaluable resource to students and researchers in plant pathology, mycology, taxonomy, plant biology and crop protection.