Overview
Freshwater Algae of North America: Ecology and Classification, Second Edition is an authoritative and practical treatise on the classification, biodiversity, and ecology of all known genera of freshwater algae from North America. The book provides essential taxonomic and ecological information about one of the most diverse and ubiquitous groups of organisms on earth. This single volume brings together experts on all the groups of algae that occur in fresh waters (also soils, snow, and extreme inland environments). In the decade since the first edition, there has been an explosion of new information on the classification, ecology, and biogeography of many groups of algae, with the use of molecular techniques and renewed interest in biological diversity. Accordingly, this new edition covers updated classification information of most algal groups and the reassignment of many genera and species, as well as new research on harmful algal blooms.
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Author: John D. Wehr (Fordham University, Armonk, NY, USA) ,
Robert G. Sheath (California State University San Marcos, USA) ,
J. Patrick Kociolek (University of Colorado Museum of Natural History) ,
J. Patrick Kociolek (University of Colorado, Boulder, USA)
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
Imprint: Academic Press Inc
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions:
Width: 21.60cm
, Height: 5.30cm
, Length: 27.60cm
Weight: 2.130kg
ISBN: 9780123858764
ISBN 10: 0123858763
Pages: 1066
Publication Date: 04 August 2015
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
The Editors and their Contributors have done an outstanding job in synthesizing this mass of data... -MODERN MICROSCOPY JOURNAL (2005) an excellent book that provides extensive taxonomic information that has previously been difficult to access by any but taxonomic specialists. Walter Doods, Kansas State University (August 2002) This will be a welcome addition to the shelf of phycological researchers and teachers. Richard M. McCourt, Associate Curator of Botany, The Academy of Natural Sciences (2002) a single, comprehensive volume. It is truly an impressive work... James Wee, Loyola University (2002)
Author Information
Dr. John Patrick Kociolek is Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology with University of Colorado's Museum of Natural History. He obtained his MSc from Bowling Green State University and his PhD from University of Michigan Ann Arbor. His research focuses on the taxonomy, systematics, evolution, biogeography, and ecology of diatoms. He brings more than 35 years of experience to the study of freshwater diatoms spanning the United States, South America, Europe, China, Southeast Asia, and India.
