Biocontrol Mechanisms of Endophytic Microorganisms

Author: Radhakrishnan PhD, E.K.

Edition: 1

ISBN: 9780323884785

Release Date: 23-11-2021

Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.5 x 0.9 inches

Languages: English

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 358

Details: Biocontrol Mechanisms of Endophytic Microorganisms introduces endophytic microorganisms, colonization, diversity and distribution, describes the isolation and identification of endophytic microorganisms by traditional cultivation and by next generation sequencing technologies, and covers biocontrol mechanisms, bacterial priming, endophytic based methods, the significance on fungi, and metabolite based formulations. The book concludes with chapters on biofilms, microbiota and safety issues of microorganisms.
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