First published in 1968 (with subsequent revised editions), L. E. Casida Jr.’s approach was revolutionary. Before Casida, industrial microbiology was often treated as a niche chapter in general microbiology texts. Casida gave it a spine.
: Enhancing the productivity of "wild-type" strains through classical genetics and, in modern contexts, recombinant DNA technology. First published in 1968 (with subsequent revised editions),
First published in 1968, Casida’s work provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of industrial-scale microbiology. It bridges the gap between laboratory science and large-scale manufacturing. in modern contexts