Established almost 30 years ago, METHODS IN MICROBIOLOGY is the most prestigious series devoted to techniques and methodology in the field. Now totally revamped, revitalized, with a new format and expanded scope, METHODS IN MICROBIOLOGY will continue to provide you with tried and tested, cutting-edge protocols to directly benefit your research. Key Features * Focuses on the methods most useful for the microbiologist interested in the way in which bacteria cause disease * Includes section devoted to 'Approaches to characterising pathogenic mechanisms' by Stanley Falkow * Covers safety aspects, detection, identification and speciation * Includes techniques for the study of host interactions and reactions in animals and plants * Describes biochemical and molecular genetic approaches * Essential methods for gene expression and analysis * Covers strategies and problems for disease control