Resilience of microbial systems towards disturbances.

S Botton, M. van Heusden, J.R. Parsons, H. Smidt, N.M. van Straalen

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    Abstract

    In this paper we aim at summarizing the current definitions of resilience in systems ecology with particular attention towards microbial systems. The recent advances of biomolecular techniques have provided scientists with new tools to investigate these systems in greater detail and with higher resolution. Therefore existing concepts and hypotheses have been revisited and discussed with respect to their applicability for ecosystems ruled by microbial processes. This review has also led to some reflections on the suitability of the term "resilience" as a general goal in environmental policies. Copyright © Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)110-112
    JournalCritical Reviews in Microbiology
    Volume32
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2006

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