In 2009, the "Encyclopedia of Microbiology, 3rd Edition" and the "Desk Encyclopedia of Microbiology" published, providing customers with a six-volume compendium and condensed reference, respectively, on the vast subject of microbiology. Aiming to reach students, researchers, and technicians directly, "Eukaryotic Microbes" presents chapters hand-selected by the Encyclopedia's editor relating to fungi and protists, including articles on yeasts, algal blooms, lichens, and intestinal protozoa. Chapters cover classic and cutting-edge research, and will be fully updated by their original authors whenever possible to include key developments made since publication. Appealing to a wide range of microbiologists and students, this book will serve as a quick reference to cost-conscious end-users. It features: chapters hand-selected by original editor of MRW, and updated (when possible) by the original authors; coverage of a wide range of fungi and protists, which are essential in the study of many sub-fields of microbiology; and, articles contributed by world-class scientists and leaders in the field.