Unravelling the algae the past, present, and future of algal systematics

• Other Authors: Brodie, Juliet (edited), Lewis, Jane Ph. D. (edited)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Boca Raton, FL CRC Press 2007; 2007
• Series: Systematics Association special volume 75
• Subjects: Molecular biology > Classification; Algae > Classification
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• Physical Description: 376 pages, [10] pages of plates illustrations (some color.) 26 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780849379895; 084937989X

Scattered throughout the literature, data relating to different algal phyla needs to be brought together. This book reviews current knowledge and assesses knowledge gaps. Presenting molecular taxonomy for all groups of algae through contemporary views of algae systems, this book examines the current state of systematics for each algal group and evaluates the problems posed by molecular techniques. It serves as an entry point for further research into diverse groups of organisms. Bringing together information from the international community, this text identifies the gaps in the current literature and addresses future research directions, including the impact of whole genomes.