Microbiological Examination Methods of Food and Water (2nd edition) is an illustrated laboratory manual that provides an overview of current standard microbiological culture methods for the examination of food and water, adhered to by renowned international organizations, such as ISO, AOAC, APHA, FDA and FSIS/USDA. It includes methods for the enumeration of indicator microorganisms of general contamination, indicators of hygiene and sanitary conditions, sporeforming, spoilage fungi and pathogenic bacteria. Every chapter begins with a comprehensive, in-depth and updated bibliographic reference on the microorganism(s) dealt with in that particular section of the book. The latest facts on the taxonomic position of each group, genus or species are given, as well as clear guidelines on how to deal with changes in nomenclature on the internet. All chapters provide schematic comparisons between the methods presented, highlighting the main differences and similarities. This allows the user to choose the method that best meets his/her needs. Moreover, each chapter lists validated alternative quick methods, which, though not described in the book, may and can be used for the analysis of the microorganism(s) dealt with in that particular chapter. The didactic setup and the visualization of procedures in step-by-step schemes allow the user to quickly perceive and execute the procedure intended. Support material such as drawings, procedure schemes and laboratory sheets are available for downloading and customization. This compendium will serve as an up-to-date practical companion for laboratory professionals, technicians and research scientists, instructors, teachers and food and water analysts. Alimentary engineering, chemistry, biotechnology and biology (under)graduate students specializing in food sciences will also find the book beneficial. It is furthermore suited for use as a practical/laboratory manual for graduate courses in Food Engineering and Food Microbiology.

Gotta es un dispositivo que posibilita a sus usuarios, en particular a personas de escasos recursos y Primeramente a residentes de Altos de Cazucá a que logren mejorar diferentes puntos de su calidad de vida, esto ofreciéndoles un acceso a agua potable y consumible, mediante un filtrado que garantice que el agua que se va a consumir está en buen estado, permitiéndoles recorrer distancias mucho menores a las que comúnmente se verían expuestos para acceder a este servicio, además de tener que cargar su equivalente en peso por un tiempo prolongado. En la actualidad existen 3,55 millones de personas en situación de pobreza en Colombia, población que no tiene acceso a servicios básicos (sobre todo agua y energía), por lo que recurren a medios muy empíricos que muchas veces carecen de limpieza e higiene para acceder a estos. Existe una falta de propuestas apropiadas pensadas para que este sector de la sociedad, pueda tener un acceso garantizado a los servicios básicos, y tenga las oportunidades para mejorar su calidad de vida. Según la OMS(organización Mundial de la salud), cuando el agua procede de fuentes de abastecimiento mejoradas y más accesibles, las personas gastan menos tiempo y esfuerzos en recogerla físicamente, lo que significa que pueden ser productivos en otras esferas de su vida diaria. Esto también puede redundar en una mayor seguridad personal, ya que reduce la necesidad de hacer viajes largos o peligrosos para recoger agua. La mejora de las fuentes de abastecimiento de agua también conlleva la reducción del gasto sanitario, ya que las personas tienen menos probabilidades de enfermar y de incurrir en gastos médicos y están en mejores condiciones de permanecer económicamente productivas. Con el diseño de este dispositivo se busca ofrecer a las personas de escasos recursos una alternativa para el acceso de agua segura para ingerir. Dirigido y apoyado mediante políticas gubernamentales y ONG que apoyan e impulsan el desarrollo de este tipo de proyectos, ayudando a mejorar la calidad de vida de las personas que conforman las diferentes esferas de nuestra sociedad y de esta manera ayudar a evitar que se desarrollen nuevas patologías gracias al consumo de agua en mal estado. | Diseñador industrial | Pregrado | Gotta is a device that enables its users, particularly low-income people, to improve different aspects of their quality of life, by offering them access to drinking water, and consumables, through a filter that guarantees that the water that is will consume this in good condition, allowing them to travel much shorter distances than they would normally be exposed to access this service, in addition to having to carry their equivalent weight for a long time. Currently, there are 3.55 million people living in poverty in Colombia, a population that does not have access to basic services (especially water and energy), so they resort to very empirical means that often lack cleanliness and hygiene to access to these. There is a lack of appropriate proposals designed so that this sector of society can have guaranteed access to basic services, and have opportunities to improve their quality of life. According to the WHO (World Health Organization), when water comes from improved and more accessible sources of supply, people spend less time and effort physically collecting it, which means they can be productive in other spheres of their daily lives. This can also lead to greater personal safety by reducing the need to make long or dangerous trips to collect water. Improving water supply sources also leads to reduced health spending, as people are less likely to get sick and incur medical costs and are better able to remain economically productive. This device is designed to offer people with limited resources an alternative for access to safe water to drink. Directed and supported by government policies and NGOs that support and promote the development of this type of project, helping to improve the quality of life of the people who make up the different spheres of our society and thus help prevent the development of new pathologies, consequence of the consumption of bad water.

Worldwide, water is essential for maintaining an adequate agricultural production and fostering a sustainable ecosystem for humanity alongside diverse flora, fauna, and microbial life. However, the intensification of anthropogenic activities, the occurrence of climate variability, and the presence of environmental issues are still threatening the quantity and quality of fresh water. Therefore, integrated water management is critical for the sustainable development of a region. This Agrociencia Uruguay Special Issue on “Advances in Water in Agroscience” is designed to draw attention to new concepts, approaches, methodologies, and novel applications aiming to improve sustainable and integrated water resource management. This Special Issue contains fifteen publications sorted into the following macro fields: irrigation and water management, integrated catchment management, and water quality and environmental sustainability. | A nivel mundial, el agua es esencial para mantener una producción agrícola adecuada y un ambiente sostenible para la población humana y otras formas de vida, como animales, plantas y microbios. Sin embargo, la intensificación de actividades antropogénicas, la variabilidad climática y la presencia de problemas ambientales siguen amenazando la cantidad y la calidad del agua dulce. Por tanto, la gestión integrada del agua es fundamental para el desarrollo sostenible de una región. Este número especial, titulado “Advances in Water in Agroscience” de la revista Agrociencia Uruguay, está diseñado para destacar nuevos conceptos, enfoques, metodologías y aplicaciones novedosas que buscan mejorar la gestión sostenible e integrada de los recursos hídricos. El número especial consta de quince publicaciones, clasificadas en tres campos principales: riego y gestión del agua, manejo integrado de cuencas, y calidad del agua y sostenibilidad ambiental. | Em todo o mundo, a água é essencial para manter uma produção agrícola adequada e promover um ecossistema sustentável para a humanidade, juntamente com uma diversidade de flora, fauna e vida microbiana. No entanto, a intensificação das atividades antropogênicas, a ocorrência de variabilidade climática e a presença de problemas ambientais ainda ameaçam a quantidade e qualidade da água doce. Portanto, a gestão integrada da água é fundamental para o desenvolvimento sustentável de uma região. Esta Edição Especial da Agrociencia Uruguai sobre " Advances in Water in Agroscience" foi projetada para chamar a atenção para novos conceitos, abordagens, metodologias e aplicações inovadoras com o objetivo de melhorar a gestão sustentável e integrada dos recursos hídricos. Esta Edição Especial contém quinze publicações classificadas nos seguintes campos macro: irrigação e gestão da água, gestão integrada de bacias hidrográficas e qualidade da água e sustentabilidade ambiental.

The book details the birth and development of concepts and theories as well as controversial issues related to the study of hydraulic science and the science of water.