Candida albicans, as an important yeast, possesses a wide range of genes that support its survival in various environmental conditions. This genomic diversity ensures the yeast’s ability to thrive as a commensal organism or as an opportunistic pathogenic in different situations. In other words, the genomic plasticity of C. albicans is what makes it unique.

This book offers valuable data and insights into C. albicans from various perspectives. This collection of insightful chapters provides different viewpoints on Candida spp. and their characteristics. Readers will find valuable and updated information on topics such as the Candida pan-genome, virulome, and resistome.