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Book 2010

Bacteriophage in the Control of Food- and Waterborne Pathogens

Publisher
ASM Press
Language
English
Published
2010
  • Science
  • Natural history
  • Bacteriophages
  • Food contamination
  • Pollution
  • Water
  • Diagnostic use
  • Therapeutic use

As food- and waterborne pathogens become increasingly resistant to antibiotics, researchers are turning to bacteriophages as an alternative to keep our food and water supplies safe. This timely book provides a unique comprehensive review of the literature on the application of bacteriophages as therapeutic and prophylactic agents in the food production and processing industries, including food animals, plants, and aquaculture.