Archaea: Molecular and Cellular Biology

Fully describes the molecular cell biology of the archaea in one accessible and readable volume.
• Describes the key cellular processes such as DNA replication, transcription, translation, lipids and metabolism.
• Explains their unique features including aminoacyl-tRNA synthesis, signal transduction, and post-translational modification.
• Details the latest discoveries of the twenty-first century and anticipates new progress expected in the future.
• Serves as an essential reference for researchers, instructors, practitioners in the field, and students of the unique qualities of archaea.