Ebook: Genetic Transformation Systems in Fungi, Volume 2

Fungi are an economic very important class of microbes. Not only do they host a range of versatile enzymes used in industrial applications (biofuels, laundry, food processing), as well do they produce several very important pharmaceutical drugs (statins and penicillins). Moreover, fungal pathogens can cause great damage in agricultural production (Phytophthora and Botrytis) and during mammalian infections (Penicillium marneffei and Candida). Transformation of DNA is used to understand the genetic basis behind these traits. Several different techniques have been developed over the years and readily shown to be decisive methods to improve fungal biotechnology. This book will cover the basics behind the most commonly used transformation methods, as well as associated tools and techniques. Each chapter will provide protocols along with examples to be used in laboratories worldwide.

Several different transformation techniques have been developed over the years and readily shown to be decisive methods in fungal biotechnology. While Volume 1 provided its readers with an in-depth understanding of how the transformation of DNA is used to understand the genetic basis behind these fungal traits, Volume 2 of this text describes the transformation associated methods, tools, and many relevant elements available to the modern fungal researcher.

With ample illustrative examples and protocols, Genetic Transformation Systems in Fungi, Volume 2 is meant not only as a reference guide for the experienced researcher, but also as an a learning tool for the emerging scientist.