Microbes and Disease

by Ken Mannion and Terry Hudson

Published 20 June 2001

The second edition of the highly-successful Collins Advanced Modular Sciences series has been updated to match the latest specifications and is fully endorsed by AQA.

Complete content coverage of the optional AQA A-level Biology module:

A2 Module 6: Microbes and Disease

The book also contains material designed specifically to prepare students for the synoptic elements of the A-level examination.


Microbes, Medicine and Biotechnology is suitable for students following A level modules covering the main microbial groups and techniques, industrial uses of microbes, epidemiology, causes and treatment of disease and the immune system.

The book includes:

  • Real-life contexts so students can see the relevance of their learning
  • Detailed learning objectives for each chapter
  • Many coloured illustrations and charts to aid students’ understanding
  • Concise summaries of important scientific ideas
  • Links to activity packs which provide extra support for students