Bioluminescense for Food and Environmental Microbiological Safety (SPIE Tutorial Text Vol. TT74) (Tutorial Texts Series)

This book is intended for engineers, scientists, students, and managers involved in the design and/or use of biosafety assays. It discusses the practical aspects of bioluminescent microbiological analysis. Some basic knowledge of biochemistry, microbiology, and biophysics is preferable; however, a brief review of fundamental principles are included that will allow people who are unfamiliar with these disciplines to grasp their basic concepts.

Contents

- Basics of Bioluminescence
- Bioluminescent Analysis
- Enzyme Kinetics and Its Analytical Applications
- Basics of Bioluminescence for Microbiological Assay Application
- Bioluminescent Microbiological Assay in Food Safety and Quality Control
- Hygiene Monitoring
- Identification of Microorganisms and Specific Detection of Bacteria Using Bioluminescence
- Bioluminescent Toxicity Assays
- Review of Available Instruments and Reagents for Bioluminescent Analysis
- References
- Recommended Reading
- Index