Mastering Biology with Pearson eText for Brock Biology of Microorganisms, Global Edition by Michael Madigan, Jennifer Aiyer, and Daniel Buckley is an English-language textbook. It is intended for higher education students who want to study microbiology.
This textbook provides a thorough overview of the main concepts in microbiology, supported by recent research findings and powerful visual tools. The Global Edition of Brock Biology of Microorganisms, 16th edition, covers six core topics: evolution, cell structure and function, metabolic pathways, information transfer and genetics, microbial systems, and the impact of microorganisms. The book follows the guidelines of the American Society for Microbiology Conference on Undergraduate Education (ASMCUE) and emphasizes genomics and other ‘omics’, important themes that have transformed the field.
Mastering Biology with Pearson eText – integrated with this textbook – supports students with interactive tools and up-to-date content. This makes it an indispensable learning resource in microbiology and related life sciences.
This reference work complements courses such as Microbiology (non-medical) and Life Sciences and is suitable for degree programs in science and mathematics.