The Dictionary of Environmental Microbiology not only defines terms used in environmental microbiology but also includes terms associated with molecular biology, historical figures in the field, and microorganisms of significance. These entries not only provide information that will assist in the study of environmental microbiology, but will also serve as a resource for nonscientists.

* Defines terms used in environmental microbiology, including bacteriology, mycology, parasitology and virology* Defines terms used in biotechnology with a microbiology application in food and industrial microbiology * Cites historical figures involved in environmental microbiology including microorganisms of significance