Computer Image Analysis as a Tool for Microbial Viability Assessment: Examples of Use and Prospects ()
Abstract
Application of the computer image analysis for improving microbial viability assessment by plate count and fluorescence microscopy was investigated. Yeast cells were used as a model microorganism. The application of the improved methods for the viability assessment of yeast cells after preservation by freezing and freeze-drying was demonstrated.
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Puchkov, E. (2014) Computer Image Analysis as a Tool for Microbial Viability Assessment: Examples of Use and Prospects.
Journal of Biosciences and Medicines,
2, 1-6. doi:
10.4236/jbm.2014.23001.
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare no conflicts of interest.
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