Description
STUDY OF THE COLORED MICROBIAL CONSORTIA FOUND IN CAVE D
Book Summary
This monograph, number 29 in the collection of the National Museum and Research Center of Altamira, presents a detailed scientific analysis of the colored microbial consortia present in Cave D. Based on the doctoral thesis of Dr. Candela González-Riancho, the work offers a rigorous investigation into the microbiology of subterranean cavities, integrating new findings that enrich the original study. An essential resource for specialists in archaeology, microbiology, and heritage conservation.
What is it about?
The book focuses on the study of the colored microbial consortia that colonize the surfaces of Cave D, a subterranean environment of archaeological interest. Building on Dr. González-Riancho's doctoral dissertation, defended in April 2021, the work examines the composition, distribution, and dynamics of these biological communities, which can affect the conservation of rock formations and cultural vestiges. Updated results are incorporated to complement the initial conclusions, offering a more complete view of microbial processes in this unique ecosystem.
Main Topics
- Microbiology of caves and subterranean formations.
- Colored microbial consortia and their ecology.
- Conservation of archaeological heritage in karst environments.
- Research methodologies in environmental microbiology.
- Interaction between microorganisms and rock substrates.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is aimed at researchers, archaeologists, microbiologists, and cultural heritage conservators. It is also of interest to postgraduate students and professionals working in the management of cavities with archaeological value, as well as any reader specializing in earth sciences and subterranean biology.
What this book provides
- An updated analysis of microbial consortia in caves, based on a revised doctoral thesis.
- Relevant scientific data for the conservation of archaeological sites in sensitive environments.
- A research methodology applicable to similar studies in other subterranean contexts.
- Information on the ecological dynamics of microorganisms in extreme habitats.
- A specialized contribution to the monograph series of the National Museum and Research Center of Altamira.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Candela González-Riancho
- Publisher: S.G. MUSEOS ESTATALES
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: ARCHAEOLOGY
- Collection: MUSEUMS
- Binding: Other
- Publication Date: January 2025
- Number of pages: 190
- Weight: 832 g
Editorial Assessment
This monograph represents a solid and specialized contribution to the study of microbiology in caves with archaeological value. The inclusion of new results without altering the original structure of the doctoral thesis ensures the work's coherence while updating it. It is essential reading for those seeking to understand the biological risks that affect subterranean heritage and the scientific tools to address them.