This book aims to disseminate the most current research in applied microbiology presented at the III International Conference on Environmental, Industrial and Applied Microbiology (BioMicroWorld2009) held in Lisbon, Portugal, in December 2009.This volume offers an inviting exploration of microbiology from scientific and industrial research to consumer products in a compilation of more than 150 papers written by leading experts in the field, who afford critical insights into several topics, review current research and discuss future directions to stimulate further discussions. This book also serves as an update on the most important current microbial research, by providing a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge topics in a single volume, where readers can also gain insights into how microbiology can solve problems in everyday settings.Although largely intended for microbiologists interested in knowing the latest developments in agriculture, environmental, food, industrial, medical and pharmaceutical microbiology and microbial biotechnology, this book is also a great source of reference for scientists and researchers involved in advancements in applied microbiology.Contents:Agriculture and Soil MicrobiologyEnvironmental MicrobiologyBioremediationBiofilmsIndustrial MicrobiologyFood MicrobiologyMedical and Pharmaceutical MicrobiologyBiotechnologically Relevant Enzymes and ProteinsMicrofactories — Microbial Production of Chemicals and PharmaceuticalsMicrobial Physiology, Metabolism and Gene ExpressionReadership: Microbiologists; biotech researchers; researchers in cell/molecular biology, biophysics, physiology, genetics, pharmacology, biochemistry and agriculture.