The Advances in Applied Microbiology series, first published in 1959, continues to be one of the most widely read and authoritative review sources in microbiology. The series contains comprehensive reviews of the most current research in applied microbiology and includes recent research on the role staphylococcus aureus aggregation and coagulation mechanisms, along with analysis of microbial communities in the deep biosphere. - Contains contributions from leading authorities in the field of applied microbiology - Informs and updates on all the latest developments in the field - Includes new information on staphylococcus aureus aggregation and coagulation mechanisms, along with analysis of microbial communities in the deep biosphere