Book Description
A brief, clear, thorough, and highly enjoyable approach to clinical microbiology, brimming with mnemonics, humor, summary charts and illustrations, from AIDS to "flesh-eating bacteria" to ebola, mad cow disease, hantavirus, anthrax, smallpox, botulism, etc. Excellent Board review.
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Customer Reviews (108)

Good if you learn well with humor
An excellent book to review microbiology as well as antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals.The illustrations are great and some are quite humorous.This text book would also make a good supplement for learning microbiology during normal course work.Highly recommended.

Great Book!
Very well,fun and easy explained concepts. Anyone who is taking micro i highly recomend to buy. It is better than the texbooks which teachers recomend!

Good basic intro to Micro
This book gives a good, quick overview of the basic principles and key issues of micro and serves as a good BRS-type review.

Very good review
This book is a really good review of microbiology.It doesn't read like a typical (somewhat boring) medical text.It has a lot of goofy pictures and mnemonics to help you remember things.It's style might turn some off, but it was helpful for me.

best microbiology text ever
This book is very thorough covering the bacteria, fungi, worms, and viruses as well as pharmacology. So it is like a micro book and pharm book in one. On top of that, this book has amazing illustrations that are funny to help you remember the key concepts of micro. If you are a Medical, Dental, or Grad student taking micro I highly, HIGHLY recommend this book! ... Read more

Book Description
With this Ninth Edition, the “Number One” best-selling non-majors microbiology text extends its trusted and reliable approach with improved disease chapters that feature efficient new “Disease in Focus” boxes, a thoroughly revised immunity chapter (17), new options for the Microbiology Place website/CD-Rom, and a new Media Manager instructor presentation package with 30 multi-step animations. Fundamentals of Microbiology: The Microbial World and You, Chemical Principles, Observing Microorganisms Through a Microscope, Functional Anatomy of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells, Microbial Metabolism, Microbial Growth, The Control of Microbial Growth, Microbial Genetics,Biotechnology and Recombinant DNA.A Survey of the Microbial World: Classification of Microorganisms, The Prokaryotes: Domains Bacteria and Archaea, The Eukaryotes: Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, and Helminths,Viruses, Viroids, and Prions. Interaction Between Microbe and Host: Principles of Disease and Epidemiology, Microbial Mechanisms of Pathogenicity, Innate Immunity: Nonspecific Defenses of the Host, Adaptive Immunity: Specific Defenses of the Host,Practical Applications of Immunology,Disorders Associated with the Immune System,Antimicrobial Drugs. Microorganisms and Human Disease:Microbial Diseases of the Skin and Eyes, Microbial Diseases of the Nervous System,Microbial Diseases of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems,Microbial Diseases of the Respiratory System,Microbial Diseases of the Digestive System,Microbial Diseases of the Urinary and Reproductive Systems. Environmental and Applied Microbiology: Environmental Microbiology,Applied and Industrial Microbiology. For all readers interested in microbiology concepts and applications. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

BAD
I have never had a problem with Amazon overseas until now. This book was shipped on 2 January and received 6 February. This does not make me stray from Amazon. I am just disappointed.

Good Delivery
I received this text book in a very timely manner, in the wrapper, and paid a very fair price.The text is easy to read and had a very good primer on the biochem that is the basis for Microbiology.I would give a good rating to this seller.

Excellent office text
I purchased this text to help review for the FNP examination.It is an excellent resource--one that I frequently pull off the shelf to review.I would strongly recommend it for your medical library.

I miss it
This was the required text for the microbiology class I took.I found this book to be very informative and helpful.The class was an introduction to microiology and this book was perfect for it!And I'm sure that, had this book been that bad, the instructor would never have selevte it for the course.My only regret is that I sold it back to the campus bookstore at the end of the semester; I wish I still had this to go back to and look up the information. ... Read more

Product Description
Alcamo s Fundamentals of Microbiology, Eighth Edition provides a firm foundation in microbiology with an emphasis on human disease. It is written for students in nursing and allied health programs and is appropriate for non-majors microbiology courses. The Eighth Edition of this classic text, revised by award winning educator Jeffrey Pommerville, retains the late Ed Alcamo s student friendly style. Microbiology is a rapidly advancing and dynamic discipline. Dr. Pommerville presents new content on recent discoveries, such as information on the avian flu and the 2006 Midwest mumps outbreak, in a manner that is directly applicable to students. Dr. Pommerville also integrates new teaching pedagogies, based on his years of teaching experience, to promote problem-based learning andfacilitate mastery of concepts. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (8)

Good Book
This book is easy to read for a science text and has pretty good descriptions and pictures. I'm using it for an Intro to MicroBio class and it suits me well. I was a little shocked that it did not come with a CD or an online website supplement, but I guess that helps keep costs down (A book like this for only $100 brand new is great).

Recommended

best book...ever
this is the best science book in the world, and i don't even like science. the book keeps me entertained and i love it. i love it so much i am not going to re-sell it after my class ends and save money. I would rather keep the book.

Very hard class but the book is great a great source for learning
a lot of info but it is broken down into bonehead terms.....

A solidly written and comprehensive life science text
Now in an updated and expanded seventh edition, Alcamo's Fundamentals Of Microbiology by Jeffrey C. Pommerville (Professor of Biology and Microbiology at Glendale Community College) is a solidly written and comprehensive life science text designed specifically for college students. Individual chapters address bacterial diseases of humans, physical and chemical means to control microorganisms, microbiology's relevance to key public health issues, and much more. The explicit and easy-to-follow text offers a thorough and in-dept indoctrination into this vital body of scientific knowledge. A superb reference or instructional text especially for students (and also for professionals or even non-specialist general readers seeking to brush up their understanding), Alcamo's Fundamentals Of Microbiology is a vital and welcome contribution to Biological Studies reference shelves.

Good study guide for microbiology students
I thought this book was a good source for summarizing microbiology subjects like telling the difference between staphylococcus and streptococcus in a very understandable way. It gave good summaries and served as a good source for studying for my college microbiology exams.If you really want to know the type of questions given on college microbiology exams get the following;
Microbiology Study Guide: Key Review Questions and Answers by Patrick Leonardi
The latter study guide helped me to prepare more thoroughly for the kind of questions encountered on my finals and midterms.I highly recommend both books. ... Read more

Book Description

With every new edition, the No. 1 best-selling non-majors microbiology book wins over readers with its careful balance of concepts and applications, art that teaches, and its straightforward presentation of complex topics. For Microbiology: An Introduction, Eighth Edition, this successful formula has been refined with hundreds of research and disease updates, updated morbidity data, and an enhanced Mircobiology Place Website and CD-ROM. For college instructors, students, or anyone interested in microbiology.

Customer Reviews (22)

The best micro book ever.
It's a great book, the delivery was excellent and it has a very good resale price. Get it.

recieved in great time but no cd rom
recieved quickly but no cd rom was attached I may have missed it in the descriptionthough but I don't believe it stated no cd

Microbiology text,It helped me.
I like this book. Microbiology is very fascinating to me.Parasites, etc are particularly interesting.If you are assigned this book for your Microbiology class, my advice is to read it and know the information.This book was very helpful.

I also used a study guide "Microbiology Study Guide Questions and Answers by Patrick Leonardi.This book has awesome questions for studying during the semester and really gets you ready for the exams.

A lot of information....disorganized
I taught a basic undergraduate microbiology class using this text book. The students were mostly pre-nursing so we had a clinical focus. My main problem with the text is it is trying to be all things to all people. It tries to present too much information that is scattered all over the text. Frequently, within chapters, students have to jump back and forth to material presented in other chapters and it simply becomes information overload. In addition, some of the study question, especially the clinically oriented ones, ask the students about areas that haven't been adequately covered in the text or assume knowledge that they don't have as yet. Finally, beware the Powerpoint slide presentations. These are also full of errors and need pretty extensive editing.

Great Service!
I ordered this book on a Friday for a class that started the following Monday and it was here first thing Monday morning. The book is in excellent condition. I would use this seller again! ... Read more

Book Description
Microbiology: Principles and Explorations has been a best-selling textbook for several editions due to the author's engaging writing style where her passion for the subject shines through the narrative. The text's student-friendly approach provides readers with an excellent introduction to the study of Microbiology. This text is appropriate for non-major and mixed major microbiology courses, allied health, agriculture and food sciences courses too. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (10)

I hate this book
I fell asleep while reading it TWICE.I only gave it a two because i like the cover.

dr. black is my professor
she really knows what shes talking about and has designed the book to be easy to understand.unfortunately, you guys miss out on the stories that the editors wont allow her to put in that make things even more understandable. anyway, there is a lot of good and interesting information in here.

It's ok
It's an okay book. I needed it for a class. There are several mistakes on the diagrams (our professor noted which ones).

Lots of typos and missing info.
Good study guide when the answers were in the back.Sometimes the answers were off by one or non existent.If you can get past that, it does help, but jeez don't they employ a proofreader?For thirty bucks, I was kind of disappointed.The textbook is great.

Wonderfully Informative Book!!!
WOW! I love this book.Every time I read part of it I learn so much stuff that I never knew before.It is fairly advanced information but it is written in a very understandable way.I am in high school and I like it because it teaches in the same format as my school's biology text books.I use this book because I like to read about this stuff.It is so facinating.If you are in a high school biology class, read this and you will be light years ahead of every one else! ... Read more

Customer Reviews (13)

Images are great references.
The images are great for referencing the different cells charachteristics under a microscope. Convenient when you are studying somewhere besides lab.

Useless
I bought this as a first year medical student in hopes that it would simplify and better illustrate the complicated world of microbiology. In the end, it was a totally useless book. The pictures are average but really low yeild. If you are a med student trying to find pictures, I strongly reccomend you look elsewhere. If you are an undergrad and have tons of time on your hands, get it and waste a nice weekend or two. Otherwise stick to the assigned books. If you are a proffesor who has chosen this as an assigned book, shame on you!!!

review
the item I purchased wasn't complete, it was missing another lab book that was supposed to come with the atls. i have sent it back for my full refund.

If you have the lab manual, you don't need the atlas!
I highly recommend that you don't spend the extra money on the photographic atlas if you have purchased the lab manual (Laboratory Theory and Applications) by the same authors.There is nothing special about it and it has all the same pictures that are in the lab manual.....If you don't plan on getting the lab manual then it is very interesting and I recommend it.

Photographic atlas for Microbiology
This is an excellent book for the Micro student.It helps to see what the bacteria will look like when trying to identify an unknown species in a lab teaching environment. ... Read more

Book Description
“Making Connections” Microbiology: A Systems Approach is a non-majors/allied health microbiology textbook that has quickly become known for its unique organization, engaging writing style, and instructional art program.Cowan’s “building blocks” approach establishes the big picture first and then gradually layers concepts onto this foundation. This logical structure helps students build knowledge and connect important concepts.

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thank you!!!
Saved me so much money buying this book at school.Thanks!!!I will order from you again. ... Read more

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Excellent study tool
I'm new to Microbiolgy and didn't know where or how to start studying.My textbook was just too huge.I felt a little silly ordering a coloring book but it has become a great way for me to flesh out key concepts and become familiar with the vocabulary.

Each drawing comes with a detailed and easy to read description on the opposing page.Something about reading a paragraph and then coloring in the applicable section makes the information easy to understand.

It's also a great way to get a little quick studying done.Each picture can be colored and reviewed in about 15 minutes (although I take a little longer just to really absorb the material).

Thanks for the great book!I've already ordered the Physiology and Anatomy coloring books to use next semester.

Very Helpful
I am currently in Microbiology and this book is very helpful with its layout.I am a visual learner and this book has exceeded my expectations so far.The only complaint/comment I have is that the pictures are very small and compact therefore making it hard to color with anything other than colored pencils.I would have liked crayon as they have better colors but beggers can't be choosers.Great book overall!!!

Paper is too thin, colors bleed through, otherwise it is terrific
I took microbiology and anatomy at the same time.I used coloring books in both classes and they were a big help.The only complaint I have about the microbiology book is that the paper is thin, lighter than the paper stock used in the anatomy coloring book.I placed a paper between the pages so the markers didn't bleed onto the next plate, but you could see the colors through the page and sometimes it was distracting trying to read the information on the page. I tried coloring with pencils and it worked out fine, it just takes longer to use pencils as opposed to markers.

I highly recommend the book if you are a visual and tactile learner.

Thoruough
The best thing about coloring books is that they are a form of entertainment while being a tool for learning.That is my experience with this book.Enjoyable, thorough, and money well spent

good for a warm-up
This would be a great book to go thru before you take micro.It keeps the material simple and provides pleasing visuals to help you see what's going on. ... Read more

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Good Book but Sheisty (sp?) Customer Support
This book seems to be pretty informative and well laid out.However, my book states that it comes with online access including access to the ebook.When I logged in however, I was denied access to the ebook.I wrote to customer service and they told me it was not included with my book (even though it says so right there on the cover).I have access to all the other online features, but just not the ebook (which is the one I want access to the most).We have gone back and forth but I haven't gotten anywhere.

So the bottom line is if you want the ebook, this is not a great choice. ... Read more

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Microbiology lab book
Great quality paper for a loose page book,it does not come with a binder. Therefore, plan on getting a large one. The contents are clear and also provides good pictures to each assignment.

Excellent
got a new book in very reasonable price. I always buy my books from amazon, never been disappointed. Hope to have this service forever.

Microbiology Lab Manual
Great manual with colored photographs.The only problem is that after flipping through it several times the pages begin to tear from the rings, so invest in some reinforcement labels. Didn't receive the product as quick as I thought but at least I paid less than buying from the on-campus bookstore.

Wrong Edition
The order and packing slip you sent me said 2nd Ed. However, you sent me the first edition. Therefore, I had to return it.

Microbiology Laboratory Theory and Application
It was a brand new book, just like explained.Thanks. ... Read more

Book Description
Written with the non-major/allied health student in mind, Foundations in Microbiology offers an engaging and accessible writing style through the use of tools such as case studies and analogies to thoroughly explain difficult microbiology concepts. A taxonomic approach is used for the study of pathogens. ... Read more

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Shipping Info Not Accurate
The item was correct & came in good condition, but DON'T believe Amazon's shipping info. Instead of picking the free shipping this product was eligible for (which said could take anywhere from 3-14 business days, I paid for Standard Shipping (since Amazon said it took 3-5 business days). By the 6th business day I STILL hadn't received the book & called customer service where they basically said even though their shipping policy clearly states 3-5 business days that that is not always when you get it?!? I received my book on the 12th business day! Had I known their shipping info was basically a lie, I would have paid for Express or Overnight shipping. So if you need a product by a certain day, don't count on Amazon's shipping policies.

Textbook
Decent text, helpful images...

I bought this book for a microbiology class-- note to future students: just buy an older edition. they don't change too much and spending $$$ on a new hardcover current edition for ONE semester of college isn't worth it.

terrible service
i ordered this item with expediated service so i could get this quickly, instead they waited a whole four days before they sent it and i never received my item, i was very disappointed in there lack of service, i dont understand why your going to charge extra for quicker delivery charge and then dont send it out at all, they told me to check the usps website to see if it was delivered, i could not get any information from them, i have yet to receive my book, i purchased my book at the school store because i had a big test coming up and i had to cram study because of this, i will never purchase anything from this carrier again ... Read more

Book Description
ASM News called the 4th Edition of Dr. Murray's best-selling book "the most colorful and fun text to read in medical microbiology."Now it's back in an updated New Editionand it's as succinct, user-friendly, and authoritative as ever.Readers will continue to enjoy its lucid discussions of how microbes cause disease in humans.Expert coverage of basic principles, the immune response, laboratory diagnosis, bacteriology, virology, mycology, and parasitology ensures they understand all the facts vital to the practice of medicine today.More than 550 brilliant full-color images make complex information easy to understand and illustrate the appearance of disease.

The smart way to study!
Elsevier titles with STUDENT CONSULT will help you master difficult concepts and study more efficiently in print and online! Perform rapid searches. Integrate bonus content from other disciplines. Download text to your handheld device. And a lot more. Each STUDENT CONSULT title comes with full text online, a unique image library, case studies, USMLE style questions, and online note-taking to enhance your learning experience. ... Read more

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Microbiology book
This book is very helpful in breaking down the necessary tests, etc. Easy to read charts and format. One of the better Micro books I've seen lately.

Very happy little med student...
This book is a great resource book for any medical student to have on their shelves.I agree with many of the other comments that it is not an easy book. This more because of the massive extent of information, not the method of writing.Overall it's easy to read, which is why I refer to it as my reference book. I did rather well in my micro class using mostly class notes and Medical Microbiology Made Ridiculously Simple mostly because the typical medical student just doesn't have enough time to thoroughly use this text.However, any time I had a question, this book could answer it.It saved me a lot of time tracking down the various professors to ask questions.It has great "green boxes" that summarize the virulence, epidemiology, disease, diagnosis, and treatment for each bacteria and virus.I definitely plan on using those for reviewing.The end of each unit (bacteria, virus, fungi, parasites) summarizes the role of that microbe in disease which is basically charts of differentials for pneumonia, diarrhea, ect..but very useful when transistioning to clinical thinking.

The companion question book was great too.The questions were typically harder than my exams (which I should note Dr. Rosenthal was my course coordinator so that was a nice surprise) but helped me discover gaps in my understanding.

I don't know if this is the best book but I certainly don't have any huge complaints.And I repeat, it's my reference book not my main study source.Definitely get Ridiculously Simple and First Aid...both have great memory tips for highly detailed subject.

Straightforward text, basic immunology required for understanding
For medical students the medical microbiology is often generalized as a subject full of detailed information and names of bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites which ought to be memorized and written on an exam sheet at the end of the course. Unfortunately, complex texts with many parallels often cause confusion and strengthen the reinforced need to memorize as much details as possible. In some context, it reminds of the perception of the human anatomy.

A lot of things in medical microbiology are meant to be memorized but there is a way around which makes the student to get a core understanding of the subject. Hence, the beginner student needs sincere and concrete information prior to the course, which result in fast and effective studies.

To begin with, the text in this book requires a strong understanding of three crucial subjects: biochemistry, molecular cell biology and basic immunology. Without any of these three components, most parts of the book will seem nothing else but difficult information based on names and technically undefined principles. Therefore, before a student should start with this material the principles of basic immunology, based on cell-biological and biochemical mechanisms, shall be understood. Even if the book does not mention much pure biochemistry with exception of maybe different enzymes (e.g beta-lactamase) secreted by Staphylococcal Aureus bacteria to break down different types of penicillins and thus partly become resistant, without biochemistry and cell biology there is no chance that the student will understand the immunology part in the first place, making the entire subject resemble fuzzy concepts based on names only instead of natural science based on logical analysis.

Time constrains may give it a lower priority and the immunology part of this book is definitively not for students who have not yet been familiar with the subject. In fact, the chapter in immunology is more of a concise summary without any details making it very hard for the beginner to get any form of understanding and intuitive problem-solving skills.

Therefore, I would personally recommend the book Basic Immunology, Updated Edition 2006-2007: with STUDENT CONSULT Access before start any reading in medical microbiology. The book contains 263 pages with problems after each chapter, clearly written and fits the time constrain most students may experience during the course. Starting with this book the student will be guaranteed to get the most out of the microbiology courses and understand the crucial keys, principles and theoretical frameworks needed at the clinics and future research. If needed a student can always buy a more advanced book in immunology, but she needs to buy this book together with the microbiology materials.


With understanding of the above mentioned subjects, the chapters in Medical Microbiology 5th Ed will seem clearly written and much easier to read and comprehend. Often, the student may need to read the chapters over and over again to get an intuitive problem-solving skill, which occurs in any medical subject anyway like physiology, anatomy, and cell biology. The illustrations are quite simplified, but there is no need for details as the skills in biochemistry and cell biology already are in the back of her mind. Medical Microbiology 5th Ed is probably the best book for introductory microbiology building up the intuitive self-confidence and understanding needed during practice.

There are plenty of lists and summaries about CD markers, cytokines, virulence factors, microbe physiology, diagnosis and vaccines in every chapter but memorizing most of these details are often not needed to get an understanding. I would recommend memorizing them (if needed) after the student has a concrete understanding of medical microbiology and is capable of putting small details in the correct contexts and still find the process easy.

There is a strong need to attend live seminars where students and professors have a chance to discuss different topics. Otherwise, attending lectures can be a good opportunity to ask the questions which may naturally arise during the course.

My overall judgement of this book is 5/5, based on the text, illustrations and the understanding I achieved after three weeks of intensive reading.

Fantastic book ...
I used this book for my undergrad class and luckily my med school also uses this.As well as my husband has a previous copy that he used in med school.The text is very thorough, although it was lacking in a basic classification of bacteria, that would have been nice.(Like a chart of all gram - on one side and all gram +).Just gave a previous edition to a physician for reference and he loves it! I used this book in conjunction with clinical micro made simple and I have to say, I love both these books. Diagrams are clear, sometimes some of the topics are a bit jumbled (like immunology).There aren't alot of images either so you may need to supplement.That shouldn't be a problem though.This text is better if you have a basics of micro already down, definitely a higher level micro book or grad book. I would recommend!

well done
the book is in perfect conditions, and arrived in good time.

Was a good choise to buy with them. ... Read more

Book Description
Newly revised to accompany Microbiology: An Introduction, Seventh Edition by Tortora, Funke, and Case, this lab manual includes 57 experiments that demonstrate the broad spectrum of microbiology.Intended as a manual of basic microbiologic techniques, this popular lab manual features applications in diverse areas, including the biological sciences, the allied health sciences, agriculture, environmental science, nutrition, pharmacy, and various pre-professional programs. Experiments have been refined in this new edition to encourage readers to develop critical thinking skills as well as learn basic facts and technical skills. Material with direct application to clinical and commercial labs is included whenever possible, and increased emphasis is placed on lab safety.For college instructors and students. ... Read more

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Great
I recieved my book in a fast time frame and it was exactly what I needed for school!

Lab Manual
Great manual for the laboratory... Lack of pictures is the main detraction from this product.Only a few pages of color photos. ... Read more

Book Description
The brand new author team of Prescott, Harley and Klein's Microbiology continues the tradition of past editions by providing a balanced, comprehensive introduction to all major areas of microbiology. Because of this balance, the Seventh Edition of Microbiology is appropriate for microbiology majors and mixed majors courses.The new authors have focused on readability, artwork, and the integration of several key themes (including evolution, ecology and diversity) throughout the text, making an already superior text even better. ... Read more

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You need this study guide
It condenses the information into what you really need. It is great for preparation for tests. I used this instead of the text book. With this I received an A in my Microbiology class. ... Read more

Book Description
Appropriate for the non-major/allied health student, this authoritative text carefully explains the fundamentals of microbiology, providing a general overview of the principles followed by more detailed explanations. With its clear and concise writing style, Microbiology: A Human Perspective offers modern coverage on such topics as genomics, biofilms, and quorum sensing. A body systems approach is used in the coverage of diseases. ... Read more

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Great textbook, though a little difficult for Nursing Students
More Medical School grade information than Nursing School information, great on-line content and help-guides.

microbiology review
I purchased this book for my Microbiology class and it is very helpful. My teacher uses the same figures and tables as in the book, which are easily readable/understandable especially when you think of each process as steps. My advise is to buy the book if you need to and take advantage of the given website that is given to you in the beginning pages to test your knowledge. ... Read more

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Save hours of study time, build test taking confidence, and ace the USMLE Step 1 and course exams with most user-friendly, complete, and frequently updated review of medical microbiology and immunology available

Book Description
Tailored for the introductory microbiology laboratory course, the book features approximately 400 color photographs that demonstrate the results of laboratory procedures and show the morphology of important microorganisms.The photographs demonstrate the unique characteristics of common microorganisms and also their appearance after various stains and tests. Many of the photographs are labeled to point out important structures. The clearly written descriptions accompanying the photos helps students understand and, in some cases, achieve the results depicted in the photographs. Each laboratory procedure has the following sections: a Purpose and Procedure Summary, Tips for Success, and Expected Results. For anyone interested in microorganisms. ... Read more

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Excellent lab supplement
This laboratory atlas is very helpful for a beginning Microbiology class.The slide pictures are very clear and all of the explanations of organisms and experiments are very easy to understand.I already recommended this book to some of my classmates.

Great Microgioloy Book
It is one of the beast books I ever owned in practical microbiology, it covers a wide range of the subjects with simple and easy language that any one interested in microbiology will be pleased with the book, joinor to graduate level. Reading through out the book you get the feeling you listening to professional instructor.

Microbiology: photographic atlas for the laboratory
very helpful in my labs as it explains purpose and outcomes as well as possible pitfalls to watch for. would recommend this for anyone taking microbiology with a lab

You need this book!
Trust me, you will love it. Even though most microbiology courses come with a lab book, it is nothing like this book. It has ALL the pictures you need, information, easy to read and most of all, will surely get you through the course with ease. It helps in every aspect. I would not have gotten through my 5 week intense summer course without it. It surely was my lab lifesaver, and I have the grade to thank for it:)

Awesome Atlas
Pictures are of top quality.This makes microbiology a lot easier to understand.This book also helped me with lab.It showed pictures of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria as examples quite clearly.I also highly recommend: Tortora's Microbiology Textbook.Tortora explains bacteria, viruses, parasites very well.For test preparation, get Microbiology Study Guide: Key Review Questions and Answers by Patrick Leonardi.This study guide showed me what to expect on my college microbiology exams.This photo atlas is a definite keeper.Definitely not selling it back. ... Read more

Book Description
Filled with lively vignettes and cutting-edge research that highlight the intrinsic appeal of microbiology, Bauman’s Second Edition retains the book’s groundbreaking art program, includes a handy new “Microbe-at-a-Glance” feature, offers new options for the Microbiology Place website/CD-Rom, and provides instructors with a new Media Manager presentation package with 30 multi-step animations. KEY TOPICS: A Brief History of Microbiology, The Chemistry of Microbiology, Cell Structure and Function, Microscopy, Staining and Classification, Microbial Metabolism, Microbial Nutrition and Growth, Microbial Genetics, Recombinant DNA Technology, Controlling Microbial Growth in the Environment, Controlling Microbial Growth in the Body: Antimicrobial Drugs, Characterizing and Classifying Prokaryotes, Characterizing and Classifying Eukaryotes, Characterizing and Classifying Viruses, Viroids, and Prions, Infection, Infectious Diseases, and Epidemiology, Innate Immunity, Specific Defense: Adaptive Immunity, Immunization and Immune Testing, Hypersensitivities, Autoimmune Diseases, and Immune Deficiencies, Pathogenic Gram-Positive Cocci and Bacilli, Pathogenic Gram-Negative Cocci and Bacilli, Mycoplasmas, Rickettsias, Chlamydias, Spirochetes, and Vibrios, Pathogenic Fungi, Parasitic Protozoa, Helminths, and Arthropod Vectors, Pathogenic DNA Viruses, Pathogenic RNA Viruses, Applied and Environmental Microbiology. KEY MARKET: For all readers interested in the study of microbiology. ... Read more

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great text
This text is very helpful with its readable language and diagrams.It provides a sufficient review of basic biology and is written so that one could technically skip chapters and still understand the topics.The text's website and CD provide excellent review tests, flashcards, and animations.

However in some sections and chapters, the author has not organized the flow very well, especially the immunity chapters, and the text goes a little too deep for a 1-term microbiology class.Its strengths outway the negatives enough to give it 5 stars. ... Read more

Book Description
The new 12th edition of Bailey & Scott's Diagnostic Microbiology solidifies its reputation as the classic text in the field of microbiology. This new edition features the same comprehensive, authoritative contentand adds new and updated material throughout. The team of authors includes three well-respected clinical microbiologists, all of whom have experience both in the classroom and the clinical laboratory. ... Read more

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Overall a good book
This book holds a lot of useful information from safety to bacteria. Some of the parasitology was lacking and all of the tables can be useful or a menace depending on how well you can learn from them. The pictures were very useful and everything is easy to understand.

Nice Book
The great pictures and tables in this book keep it interesting, the only bad thing about it is that there are no end-of-chapter reviews or questions.

Is it really good?
The eleventh edition is good in many aspects. But it cannot be denied that it is not as good as Koneman's book. Bailey and Scott is more suitable only for the bench technicians and not for researchers and graduate students. The book churns out table after table, in the name of comparative analysis. A student's mind will have difficulty in memorising and reproducing tables in the exam. In that sense, the lucid style of presentation in Koneman is commendable. Probably, the author of B&S did not have 'the student' in their mind when they wrote it. Another grossly lacking area is Parasitology. When compared to books written by Indian authors like SC Parija and Chatterjea, Bailey and Scott lags far behind. Probably, it is because parasitic infections are less in the US, which is why this area has been under emphasised.
As a gradute student in India, I would strongly encourage my friends and fellow microbiologists to singularly follow Koneman alone. Trying to use Koneman with Bailey and Scott or trying to substitute Koneman with Bailey and Scott is an exercise in futility.
These are my personal views only. Perhaps, students who want tofinish studying clinical microbiology quickly because of the proximity of the exam dates, can go for Bailey and Scott. For MD students like me, we all in our college unanimously vote for the
Koneman.

Um bom livro de consulta
Um bom livro de consulta, um bom livro para estudo sistematizado de microbiologia.

Microbiology
This book was a very useful tool in the class that I took.The pictures were very helful in determining different parasites and understanding how species are very related,but different. ... Read more