Microbiology is an important field of biological sciences with growing interest due
to continuous developments within its various aspects. Microbiology is concerned
with the study of microbial diversity (Archaea, Bacteria, Fungi, Algae and Protozoa
along with Viruses) as well as the study of microbial identification techniques. Also,
it deals with the study of microbial activities in air, soil, water and extreme
environments including their roles in nutrient cycles, biodegradation and
bioremediation. Moreover, microbiology includes the study of microbial plant
diseases, food-borne pathogens, microbial industrial and biotechnological
applications as well as various microbial interactions with the effector mechanisms
of the immune system.