INVESTIGADORES
ALVAREZ Hector Manuel
libros
Título:
BIOLOGY OF RHODOCOCCUS
Autor/es:
ALVAREZ, HÉCTOR M
Editorial:
SPRINGER NATURE
Referencias:
Año: 2019 p. 386
ISSN:
978-3-030-11461-9
Resumen:
Rhodococci are metabolically versatile actinobacteria frequently found in the environment with potential applications in bioremediation, biotransformations and biocatalysis, among other biotechnological processes. These microorganisms are currently the subject of research in many countries of the world. The number of publications and patents on rhodococci has increased significantly during the last several years. In this context, the knowledge acquired during the last decade about basic aspects of Rhodococcus biology is significant and reveals promising future prospects. Several public and private genomic projects involving Rhodococcus members are now in progress due to the increasing interest in their biotechnological applications. The large Rhodococcus genomes, which contain a multiplicity of catabolic genes, a high genetic redundancy of biosynthetic pathways and a sophisticated regulatory network, reflect the complexity of Rhodococcus biology. The combination of functional genomic studies with biochemical and physiological knowledge is providing new insights that will make it possible to put rhodococci to biotechnological use. This Microbiology Monographs volume provides a thorough review of many aspects of biochemistry, physiology and genetics of Rhodococcus in the context of new genomic information. Expert international scientists have contributed reviews on the extraordinary capabilities of the Rhodococcus genus with regard to the biodegradation and biotransformation of diverse compounds, biosynthesis of lipids and biosurfactants, adaptation and tolerance to solvents, and the interaction with metals and biotechnological applications. Chapters dealing with its taxonomy, genomes and plasmids, and oligotrophic and central metabolism are also included in this volume. Moreover, the book examines the basic aspects of the phytopathogenic member R. fascians.