The Diatom World [Paperback]

Diatom biology, genomics and ecology are becoming more relevant to the human species. While there have been recent compilations of some of the applied aspects of diatoms, and the dizzying pace of taxonomic revisions, this new volume bring us up to date on their classification, biology and ecology, as well as covering the topics of genomics and applied uses. In this collection, some of the leaders in diatom research present either new information or summarize recent research efforts on a wide range of topics, including the tree of life of diatoms, their classifications, the wide habitats and ecological spectra the group exploits, as well as the beauty of their form. This volume celebrates the diversity, emerging areas of research and fascinating ecology of the diatoms bringing this group of world-renown and emerging research leaders together. 'The Diatom World' will foster greater appreciation and research contributions on this incredibly diverse and fascinating group of organisms.

This volume presents up-to-date information on diatom classification, biology and ecology, in addition to genomics and applied uses. The text discusses the tree of life of diatoms, their classifications, the habitats and ecological spectra the group exploits, and the beauty of their form.

Foreword/Hildebrand, M/.- Opening/Seckbach, J. and Kociolek, J.P.].- Collecting, Cleaning, Mounting and Photographing Diatoms [Nagy, S.S.].- PART 1: TAXONOMY, SYSTEMATICS AND PHYLOGENY.- Morphology: Cell Wall, Cytology, Ultrastructural And Morphogenetic Studies [Cox, E.].- An Overview Of Diatom Classification With Some Prospects For The Future [Williams, D. M. and Kociolek, J. P].- A Review of the Evolution of The Diatoms From the Origin of the Lineage to Their Populations? [Medlin, L.].- Status of the Pursuit of the Diatom Phylogeny: Are Traditional Views and New Molecular Paradigms Really that Different? [Theriot, E. et. al.].- PART 2: DIATOM BIOLOGY.- Size and Sex [Mann David l#'