Philosophy of Microbiology

Maureen O'Malley (University of Sydney)

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Cambridge University Press
28 August 2014

Mathematics & Sciences; Philosophy of science; Microbiology (non-medical)

Microbes and microbiology are seldom encountered in philosophical accounts of the life sciences. Although microbiology is a well-established science and microbes the basis of life on this planet, neither the organisms nor the science have been seen as philosophically significant. This book will change that. It fills a major gap in the philosophy of biology by examining central philosophical issues in microbiology. Topics are drawn from evolutionary microbiology, microbial ecology, and microbial classification. These discussions are aimed at philosophers and scientists who wish to gain insight into the basic philosophical issues of microbiology.

By: Maureen O'Malley (University of Sydney)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 226mm, Width: 150mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 410g
ISBN: 9781107621503
ISBN 10: 110762150X
Pages: 280
Publication Date: 28 August 2014
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Maureen O'Malley is a Senior Researcher in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Sydney.

Reviews for Philosophy of Microbiology

'Many readers will be familiar with the basic concepts behind the topics discussed in this book, but the author's treatment of these topics is guaranteed to make readers think about them more deeply and in new ways ... Recommended. Graduate students, researchers/faculty, professionals/practitioners.' R. K. Harris, Choice