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Alcamo's Fundamentals of Microbiology: Body Systems

Author(s): Jeffrey C. Pommerville, PhD, Glendale Community College
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  • ISBN-13: 9780763762599
  • Hardcover    1032 pages      © 2010
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Ideal for allied health and pre-nursing students, Alcamo’s Fundamentals of Microbiology, Body Systems Edition, retains the engaging, student-friendly style and active learning approach for which award-winning author and educator Jeffrey Pommerville is known.  It presents diseases, complete with new content on recent discoveries, in a manner that is directly applicable to students and organized by body system. A captivating art program, learning design format, and numerous case studies draw students into the text and make them eager to learn more about the fascinating world of microbiology. 

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New chapter on Microbial Systematics and a Survey of the Domains Bacteria and Archaea.

Added MicroFocus boxes throughout!  Some new MicroFocus box topics include:

  • Ribosomal RNA Gene Sequencing
  • The Risk of Not Vaccinating: Community and Health Care Settings
  • All in the Family: rRNAs and Horizontal Gene Transfer
  • Viruses Kill Brain Tumors
  • And Many More!

Includes a new Section on the Classification of Eukaryotic Organisms in Chapter 11.

Added MicroInquiry boxes throughout!  New MicroInquiry boxes include:

  • The Prokaryote/Eukaryote Model
  • Mucosal Immunity
  • The Pap and HPV Tests
  • And More!

New information on allergy tests as well as new information on the replication of HIV is found in Chapter 17.

Chapter 9 includes a new section on metagenomics.

Includes new and expanded coverage of infections of the skin and eye.

New section on the structure and function of the respiratory system is included in Chapter 20.

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PART 1 THE FOUNDATIONS OF MICROBIOLOGY
Chapter 1 Microbiology: Then and Now
Chapter 2 The Chemical Building Blocks of Life
Chapter 3 Concepts and Tools for Studying Microorganisms
Chapter 4 Cell Structure and Function
Chapter 5 Microbial Growth and Nutrition
Chapter 6 Metabolism of Microbial Cells
Chapter 7 Control of Microorganisms: Physical and Chemical Methods

 PART 2 THE GENETICS OF MICROORGANISMS
Chapter 8 Microbial Genetics
Chapter 9 Gene Transfer, Genetic Engineering, and Genomics

PART 3 A SURVEY OF THE MICROBIAL WORLD
Chapter 10 Surveying and Classifying the Domains Bacteria and Archaea
Chapter 11 Surveying and Classifying the Domain Eukarya 
Chapter 12 The Viruses and Virus-Like Agents 

PART 4 INTERACTIONS AND IMPACT OF MICROORGANISMS AND VIRUSES WITH HUMANS
Chapter 13 Infection and Disease
Chapter 14 Resistance and the Immune System: Innate Immunity
Chapter 15 Resistance and the Immune System: Acquired Immunity
Chapter 16 Immunity and Serology
Chapter 17 Immune Disorders
Chapter 18 Antimicrobial Drugs

PART 5 MICROORGANISMS, VIRUSES, AND HUMAN DISEASE
Chapter 19 Infectious Diseases Affecting the Skin and Eyes
Chapter 20 Infectious Diseases Affecting the Respiratory Tract
Chapter 21 Infectious Diseases Affecting the Digestive System
Chapter 22 Infectious Diseases Affecting the Nervous System
Chapter 23 Infectious Diseases Affecting the Cardiovascular System (and Systemic Diseases)
Chapter 24 Infectious Diseases Affecting the Reproductive and Urinary Systems

PART 6 ENVIRONMENTAL AND APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Chapter 25 Microbiology of Foods
Chapter 26 Environmental Microbiology
Chapter 27 Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology

 


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Jeffrey C. Pommerville, PhD-Glendale Community College

Congratulations to Dr. Pommerville who was recently awarded the 2008 Carski Foundation Distinguished Undergraduate Teaching Award!

Jeffrey Pommerville has a Ph.D. in Cell and Organismal Biology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. After serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Georgia, he was an assistant professor of biology at Texas A&M University. For the past 14 years, he has been Professor of Biology at Glendale Community College where he teaches introductory biology and microbiology. He has 20 years of research experience in cell biology and microbiology and has authored over 35 peer-reviewed papers in national and international research journals. For the past three years, he was the principal investigator for Systemic Reform In Science (SyRIS), a project funded by the National Science Foundation that was designed to improve student outcomes in science through changes in curriculum and pedagogy that align with national systemic reform initiatives. In 2003, he was awarded the Gustav Ohaus Award (College Division) for Innovations in Science Teaching from the National Science Teachers Association. Over the past three years, he has presented numerous seminars and workshops to colleges, universities, business, medical, and service organizations on understanding and responding to bioterrorism. 

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Alcamo's Fundamentals of Microbiology, Body Systems Edition is written for introductory microbiology courses having an emphasis on the biology of human disease. It is geared toward students in health and allied health science curricula such as nursing, dental hygiene, medical assistance, sanitary science, agriculture, environmental science, and health administration. In addition, the text should provide a firm foundation for advanced programs in biological sciences, as well as medicine, dentistry, and other health professions.

 

Sample course titles:

  • Introduction to Microbiology (non-majors) 
  • Microbiology for Allied Health/Nursing

 

 
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      Instructor’s ToolKit to accompany Alcamo’s Fundamentals of Microbiology: Body Systems Edition

      ISBN-13: 9780763774509

      This Instructor's ToolKit CD-ROM contains a PowerPoint Image Bank, PowerPoint Lecture Outline Slides, an Instructor's Manual, and TestBank.

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      Interactive Microbiology Animations

      ISBN-13: 9781449659035

      Jones & Bartlett Learning's Microbiology Animations bring fascinating microbiology phenomena to life with a collection of vivid, full color, interactive exercises. Each animation guides students through microbiology processes and gauges students' progress and understanding with assessment questions introduced throughout each narrated animation. These "Speed Bumps" serve to ensure that students fully understand the process demonstrated as well as retain the knowledge for future quizzes and tests.

       

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      Appendices C and D

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      Click HERE to download Appendix C, Answers to Even-Numbered End-of-Chapter Questions, and Appendix D, Answers to Textbook Cases and MicroInquiry Questions. 

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      Online Student Study Guide to accompany Alcamo's Fundamentals of Microbiology: Body Systems

      ISBN-13: 9780763769871

      Now Available in an Electronic Online Format!

      This important online study tool consists of over 3,000 practice exercises, questions, and puzzles to help students master the basic concepts and test their understanding of the material. All of the answers are provided at the back of the study guide.

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      Alcamo's Laboratory Fundamentals of Microbiology, 8e

      ISBN-13: 9780763743031 ISBN-10: 0763743038

      This popular lab manual offers thirty multi-part lab exercises designed to provide students with basic training in the handling of microorganisms, while exploring microbial properties and uses. This lab manual can also be used independently of the main text.

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      Encounters in Microbiology, Volume 2

      ISBN-13: 9780763757991

      The second volume of Encounters of Microbiology includes 16 new medical mysteries pulled from Discover Magazine’s “Vital Signs”.  Chosen and introduced by renowned author and educator Jeffrey Pommerville, each gripping account follows emergency room physicians and specialists on their race to uncover and treat the life-threatening microbial diseases facing their patients. These medical detectives need all of their experience, intuition, and a few critical observations to identify the puzzling illnesses.

      With a new section discussing the steps taken when diagnosing patients, and engaging Questions to Consider sections, Encounters of Microbiology, Volume 2 is an exhilarating read for students or anyone interested in the exciting world of microbiology.

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      Encounters in Microbiology, Second Edition

      ISBN-13: 9780763757984

      The Second Edition of Encounters in Microbiology, now introduced by renowned author and educator Jeffrey Pommerville, engages readers with 15 exciting medical mysteries pulled from Discover Magazine’s “Vital Signs.” In each account emergency room physicians are in a race against time to diagnose the life-threatening microbial diseases facing their patients. These medical detectives need all of their experience, intuition, and a few critical observations to identify the puzzling illnesses.

      With a new section discussing the steps taken when diagnosing patients, and new Questions to Consider sections, Encounters in Microbiology is a must have for students or anyone interested in the exciting world of microbiology

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      20th Century Microbe Hunters

      ISBN-13: 9780763742010 ISBN-10: 0763742015

      Inspire your students with the stories behind the achievements of thirteen 20th century microbiologists. These dramatic portrayals reveal the excitement, diligence, and often sacrifice of these eminent researchers and humanitarians. An engaging journey through science, history and public health, 20th Century Microbe Hunters is a must-have for anyone making a foray into the fascinating world of microbiology

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