Antibiotics and Antimicrobial Resistance Genes

Explore the critical insights in "Antibiotics and Antimicrobial Resistance Genes" by Muhammad Zaffar Hashmi, published by Springer Nature Switzerland AG in 2021. This comprehensive volume spans 456 pages, offering an in-depth examination of antibiotics and the pressing issue of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and antibiotic resistant genes (ARG). The book provides a thorough update on the production of AMR and ARG, detailing their pathways into soil, air, water, and sediment. It further delves into the usage of these substances in hospitals and the associated waste, while also highlighting global and temporal trends in the utilization and spread of antibiotics. This essential resource is perfect for researchers, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of antimicrobial resistance in our environment.