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BL
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622576
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Advances in bacterial pathogen biology /\ edited by Robert K. Poole
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| Series Statement
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Advances in microbial physiology ;; 65
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1 volume (VII-160 pages, 10 unnumbered pages of plates) :: illustrations (some color);; 24 cm
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9780128001424
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: 0128001429
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes
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| Contents
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1. Energetics of pathogenic bacteria and opportunities for drug development -- 2. The impact of horizontal gene transfer on the biology of clostridium difficile -- 3. Metal ion homeostasis in Listeria monocytogenes and importance in host-pathogen interactions -- 4. The role of macrophages in the innate immume response in Streptococcus pneumoniae and Staphylococcus aureus: mechanisms and contrasts -- 5. Aeromonas flagella and colonisation mechanisms -- 6. Physiological adaptations of key oral bacteria -- 7. Virulence factors of uropathogenic E. coli and their interaction with the host
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This volume is an up-to-date overview of the physiology of selected pathogenic bacteria. Each chapter is written by experts in the field of that organism. The focus is on biochemistry and physiology but topics of clinical relevance are included. Key features: Contributions from leading authorities. Informs and updates on all the latest developments in the field
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Pathogenic bacteria-- Physiology
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Bacteria-- Physiology
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Poole, Robert K.
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