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Along with Wiley, our publishing partner, we create textbooks, reference manuals, professional resources and general interest titles in both print and digital formats. Whether you’re a career microbiologist or new to the field, ASM Press books provide resources to enhance every step of your microbial sciences journey. 

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Explore a world of knowledge with ASM Press books. ASM members receive a 20% discount on all ASM titles, including textbooks and e-books by using a member promo code during checkout at wiley.com/ASMbooks. Don't know your promo code? Contact [email protected]. All U.S. residents enjoy $1 shipping.

101 Topics for Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Leaders: Accreditation, Verification, Quality Systems, and More: Ensure your success in managing laboratory accreditation and compliance audits with this practical how-to reference for clinical laboratories. Pre-order now.

Food Microbiology: An Introduction, 5th Edition: Expand your students' knowledge of food microbiology with the updated edition of this leading textbook. 

Manual of Molecular and Clinical Laboratory Immunology, 9th Edition (2-Volume Set): Enhance your expertise in clinical laboratory immunology with the authoritative guide that has shaped the field for nearly 50 years.

Magic Bullets, Miracle Drugs and Microbiologists: A History of the Microbiome and Metagenomics: Enrich your understanding of microbiology on a journey exploring its history, challenges and the revolutionary concept of the microbiome.

Microbial Physiology: Unity and Diversity: Experience the fascinating world of microbes with this comprehensive, advanced undergraduate-level textbook.

Clinical Laboratory Management, 3rd Edition: Equip yourself with the newest tools, strategies and insights to excel in the complex and ever-changing world of the clinical laboratory. 


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Free Webinars, Podcasts and Articles That Bring Our Books to Life

New Podcast! Meet the Microbiologist: Revenge of the Microbes: Brenda Wilson and Brian Ho

Publish Date: Jan. 20, 2025

Overview: Mother-son duo Brenda Wilson, Ph.D., and Brian Ho, Ph.D., discuss the inspiration and motivation behind their recent book, Revenge of the Microbes: How Bacterial Resistance is Undermining the Antibiotic Miracle, 2nd Edition, emphasizing the global nature of AMR and offering a unique perspective on what is needed to solve it.


Stay tuned for new webinars and more from ASM Press and Wiley! Missed a past webinar? Catch up when you watch the recordings on our YouTube playlist.


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ASM Press Textbooks for Educators

Are you an undergraduate or graduate educator in the microbial sciences? ASM Press’ bestselling textbooks are adopted by educators at top institutions worldwide. Written by educators for educators, our texts are not only accurate and comprehensive, but also enable instructors to engage, excite and teach their students on topics  including microbial genetics, physiology, pathogenesis, biotechnology, virology, oral and food microbiology and more.

We also offer convenient access to digital evaluation copies of our textbooks to help you make an informed decision about which title is right for your course. Request an evaluation copy of the title you’re interested in for your course by clicking the "Digital Evaluation Copy" link on the left side panel of the book's product page.


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Streamline your work and save valuable time when your institution subscribes to ClinMicroNow. This comprehensive subscription includes 3 of ASM Press’ gold standard microbiology publications: Manual of Clinical Microbiology, Clinical Microbiology Procedures Handbook and Cases in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. All are seamlessly integrated into 1 user-friendly, up-to-date online tool. Enjoy quick access to the information you need. Ask your institution to subscribe today!

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