Microbiological Identification using MALDI-TOF and Tandem Mass Spectrometry: Industrial and Environmental Applications 1st Edition

Microbiological Identification using MALDI-TOF and Tandem Mass Spectrometry: Industrial and Environmental Applications (1st Edition) by Haroun N. Shah delivers a clear, practical guide to modern microbial identification using cutting-edge mass spectrometry techniques. Ideal for professionals working in industry, environmental monitoring, and applied microbiology, this book bridges laboratory science and real-world application.

Start with a compelling overview of MALDI-TOF and tandem mass spectrometry, then move into hands-on workflows for sample preparation, spectral acquisition, database matching, and confirmatory tandem MS analysis. The text emphasizes reproducible protocols, instrument optimization, and data interpretation strategies that shorten time-to-result while improving accuracy—critical for food safety, pharmaceutical quality control, bioprocess monitoring, and wastewater surveillance.

Real-world chapters focus on industrial and environmental use cases: microbial control in manufacturing plants, contamination tracing in food processing, biodegradation assessment in soil and water, and pathogen surveillance in urban and rural ecosystems. Practical troubleshooting tips, compliance considerations, and guidance for building robust spectral libraries make this a go-to reference for laboratory managers, environmental scientists, clinical technologists, and graduate students.

Readable yet authoritative, the book equips readers to implement MALDI-TOF and tandem MS workflows across diverse geographic and regulatory settings—from municipal utilities to global biomanufacturers. Clear figures, comparative tables, and stepwise procedures help translate theory into action.

Whether upgrading a routine identification pipeline or establishing a new mass spectrometry service, Haroun N. Shah’s work is an essential resource for anyone seeking efficient, reliable microbial identification in industrial and environmental contexts. Add this practical, results-oriented guide to your professional library today.

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