The ex situ conservation of microorganisms: aiming at a certified quality management

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 January 2008
Document Type:
Book Chapter
Theme:
Research Communication and Uptake
Authors:
Smith, D., Ryan, M.J., Stackebrandt, E.

Abstract

This chapter is concerned with the issue of conserving microorganisms as biological resources for the benefit of human life and activities. It presents an overview of global efforts in the identification, conservation, data generation and quality management of microorganisms and points out to the need for increased financial support to this challenging task.

Citation

in Biotechnology, [Eds.Horst W.Doelle,Edgar J.DaSilva], in Encyclopedia of Life Support Systems (EOLSS), Developed under the Auspices of the UNESCO, Eolss Publishers, Oxford ,UK. [http://www.eolss.net]

The ex situ conservation of microorganisms: aiming at a certified quality management

Published 1 January 2008
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