Diatom Microscopy: A Comprehensive Guide to Advanced Techniques

Authored by Nirmal Mazumder, Diatom Microscopy is a groundbreaking book that showcases the diverse range of microscopy methods used to investigate natural and altered diatom structures. This book serves as an introduction to the wide array of microscopy techniques being utilized in diatom research, highlighting significant advancements in technology including optical, fluorescence, confocal, and electron microscopy, surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS), atomic force microscopy (AFM), and spectroscopy as applied to diatoms.

Each chapter of Diatom Microscopy includes a detailed tutorial on a specific microscopy technique and reviews its applications in diatom nanotechnology and diatom research. The book aims to cater to the growing community of diatomists, researchers, and graduate students working on diatoms and diatom nanotechnology, encompassing fields such as biosensors, biomedical engineering, solar panels, batteries, drug delivery, insect control, and biofuels.

With the number of diatomists, diatom research, and related publications on the rise, Diatom Microscopy fills a crucial gap in the literature by providing a comprehensive overview of advanced microscopic approaches to diatoms. This book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to delve deeper into the world of diatom research and its applications.

Published by Wiley in April 2022, Diatom Microscopy is available in English and can be identified by the ISBNs 9781119711537 and 9781119711544. For those interested in learning more about the cutting-edge techniques and applications presented in this book, it is highly recommended as a valuable addition to any academic or professional library.