Industrial Microbiology

This article was inspired by the September 1981 issue of Scientific American, which describes the applications of microbiology to past, present, and future technology in a detailed and captivating manner in eight comprehensive articles. Microorganisms are important in baking, brewing, the production of pharmaceuticals and solvents, and the treatment of wastewater. The microorganisms involved are yeasts, bacteria, and molds. You might consult Scientific American for background, especially the article s Industria l Microbiology by Demain and Solomon, and Production Methods in Microbiology by Gaden.