The Bergey's Manual program It is a collaborative effort involving numerous microbiologists and taxonomists. David H. Bergey , Francis C. Harrison, Robert S. Breed, Bernard W. Hammer and Frank M. Huntoon . Some of the key figures involved in the early development of Bergey's Manual include: David Bergey : The first edition of the manual was edited by David Bergey , a prominent American bacteriologist. R.E. Buchanan: A leading microbiologist who helped to establish the Bergey's Manual Trust. E.F. Smith: A pioneer in plant pathology who contributed to the classification of plant-associated bacteria.
The First Edition of Bergey's Manual: A Cornerstone of Microbiology
The second edition is being published in 5 volumes