Yeasts: Characteristics and Identification

This new edition of the standard yeast identification and reference manual is the most up-to-date ever published. Over half of the volume is devoted to descriptions of the 678 currently recognised species, presented in a clear, easy to use layout and illustrated with over 1300 high quality photomicrographs. Readily usable keys and tables allow identification of all of the species described and a wealth of reference information broadens the scope of the book beyond identification. The book provides:
• 678 species descriptions, with the results of 99 physiological tests displayed at a glance
• Over 1300 high quality photomicrographs to accompany the descriptions, including 500 photomicrographs new to this edition
• Nine identification keys, based on clearly defined groups of yeasts
• Tables for identifying each species
• A summary of the characteristics of 93 yeast genera
• A list of nearly 4000 published yeast names, with provenances and synonyms
• A list of specific epithets, with the genera to which they have belonged
• General sections on yeast classification and laboratory methods
• An extensive bibliography and a comprehensive glossary

• New edition of the essential yeast identification guide and reference manual
• Completely revised and expanded to include additional species and illustrations
• Accessible and easy to use format
• Illustrated with over 1300 high quality photomicrographs
• A summary of 83 yeast genera
• Register of almost 4000 published yeast names with known synonyms
• Bibliography with 2000 full references and comprehensive glossary
• General sections on yeast classification and laboratory methods