De Gruyter Advances in Algal Cell Biology (Marine and Freshwater Botany)

Molecular research on algae over the last decades has provided significant insights into universal biological mechanisms. This knowledge has proved essential to the field of biotechnology where research on new applications in food culture, biofuel and pharmaceuticals is underway. This new book on algal cell biology provides an overview of cutting-edge research with a focus on cytoskeleton structure/function and cytokinesis of algae. About the Author Kirsten Heimann, James Cook University, Townsville, Australia; Christos Katsaros, University of Athens, Greece.