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Fungi play a major role in the ecological processes of earth.Most books on fungi deal with terrestrial ones. Despite the importance of marine microorganisms in the ecology of oceans and their role in biotechnology, no single comprehensive book on marine fungi has been available for a long time.This book fills the lacuna.It provides chapters on the diversity,ecology and applications of marine fungi.True fungi,as well as stramenopilan fungi are covered.Several chapters will address the known and unknown diversity of marine fungi,changes in their classi-fication and their present phylogeny.Chapters on the ecological aspects of marine fungi will address the role of fungi in coastal mangrove, coral reef fungi, fungi in open waters and deep-sea ecosystems.The biotechnological aspects of marine fungi will cover the use of their enzymes in industries, poly-unsaturated fatty acids and bioactive metabolites.The book with 17 chapters written by international experts is expected to be of great use
List of contents
Thraustochytrids, a neglected component of organic matter decomposition and food webs in marine sediments.- Diseases of fish and shellfish caused by marine fungi.- Fungal endosymbionts of seaweeds.- Diversity and biogeochemical function of planktonic fungi in the Ocean.- Fungi and their Role in Corals and Coral Reef Ecosystems.- Fungal life in the Dead Sea.- The Mycobiota of the Salterns.- Morphological evaluation of peridial wall, ascus and ascospore characteristics in the delineation of genera with unfurling ascospore appendages (Halosphaeriaceae).- Cultured and uncultured fungal diversity in deep-sea environments.- Molecular diversity of fungi from marine oxygen-deficient environments (ODEs).- Assemblage and diversity of fungi on wood and seaweed litter of seven Northwest Portuguese beaches.- Xylariaceae on the fringe.- Diversity and distribution of marine fungi on Rhizophora spp. in mangroves.- Biotechnology of Marine Fungi.- Degradation of phthalate esters by Fusarium sp. DMT-5-3 and Trichosporon sp. DMI-5-1 isolated from mangrove sediments.
Summary
The diversity, ecological role and biotechnological applications of marine fungi have been addressed in numerous scientific publications in the last few years. This enormous spurt of information has led to a dire need among students and professionals alike for a source, which contains comprehensive reviews of various aspects of marine fungi. This book addresses this need, especially since it is written by reputed marine mycologists. The latest information on topics including molecular taxonomy and phylogeny, ecology of fungi in different marine habitats such as deep sea, corals, dead- sea, fungi in extreme marine environments and their biotechnological applications is reviewed. The book presents a comprehensive source of information and analysis aimed at marine fungi for researchers, teachers and students of marine mycology.
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From the reviews:
“This volume neatly paves the way for future research on these enigmatic organisms and provides a great snapshot of the exciting progress being made in marine mycology around the globe. Great color diagrams and clear tables enhance this book and aid in its accessibility to anyone with an interest in marine fungi. … this enjoyable read is sure to inspire others to get their feet wet with marine fungi and fungus-like organisms.” (Allison Walker, Inoculum, Vol. 64 (6), December, 2013)
“The book details the latest developments in the field of marine mycology through comprehensive reviews of various aspects of marine fungi. … The book comprises 15 chapters which are supported by detailed illustrations, photographs and diagrams, and guides the lay person in understanding the latest information on topics … . should be available in all schools, research laboratories, community and university libraries.” (Kevin D. Hyde and Samantha C. Karunarathna, Fungal Diversity, Vol. 57, 2012)
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From the reviews:
"This volume neatly paves the way for future research on these enigmatic organisms and provides a great snapshot of the exciting progress being made in marine mycology around the globe. Great color diagrams and clear tables enhance this book and aid in its accessibility to anyone with an interest in marine fungi. ... this enjoyable read is sure to inspire others to get their feet wet with marine fungi and fungus-like organisms." (Allison Walker, Inoculum, Vol. 64 (6), December, 2013)
"The book details the latest developments in the field of marine mycology through comprehensive reviews of various aspects of marine fungi. ... The book comprises 15 chapters which are supported by detailed illustrations, photographs and diagrams, and guides the lay person in understanding the latest information on topics ... . should be available in all schools, research laboratories, community and university libraries." (Kevin D. Hyde and Samantha C. Karunarathna, Fungal Diversity, Vol. 57, 2012)
