Biodegradation and Detoxification of Micropollutants in Industrial Wastewater
- 1st Edition - April 26, 2022
- Latest edition
- Editors: Izharul Haq, Ajay S. Kalamdhad, Maulin P. Shah
- Language: English
Biodegradation and Detoxification of Micropollutants in Industrial Wastewater summarizes the occurrence and source of micropollutants through various industrial wastewaters. It co… Read more
Description
Description
Biodegradation and Detoxification of Micropollutants in Industrial Wastewater summarizes the occurrence and source of micropollutants through various industrial wastewaters. It covers the type of micropollutants, their effects, and emerging detection and treatment methods. The book has 11 chapters, and throughout each chapter, it presents the fate and effects of micropollutants, quantitative and qualitative analysis of micropollutants in industrial wastewaters, and treatment of micropollutants through conventional and advanced wastewater treatment technologies.
Key features
Key features
- Presents detailed information on the micropollutants of industrial wastewaters and their origins
- Assesses the toxic effect these micropollutants have on living organisms
- Evaluates emerging treatment technologies for the removal of micropollutants
- Includes molecular biology, nanotechnology and microbiology approaches for the management of micropollutants in industrial wastewaters
Readership
Readership
Bioengineers, environmental scientists, chemists in academia and corporate research. Upcoming students, researchers, scientists, industry persons and professionals in the field of Environmental Science and Engineering, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Toxicology
Table of contents
Table of contents
1. Evaluation of micropollutants removal from industrial wastewater using conventional and advance biological wastewater treatment processes
2. Fate and occurrence of microplastic and nanoplastic pollution in industrial wastewater
3. Biosensors for detection of emerging pollutants in water and wastewater
4. Applications of membrane bioreactors for wastewater treatment: removal, mechanisms and perspectives of micropollutants
5. Removal of pharmaceutical and personal care products in water and wastewater using fungal system
6. Removal of organic micro-pollutants by aerobic and anaerobic microorganism
7. Emerging contaminants of industrial origin and their enzyme-assisted biodegradation
8. Use of microalgae for the removal of emerging contaminants from wastewater
9. Bioelectrochemical system for sustainable environmental remediation and energy generation
10. Advanced nanotechnology for the degradation of persistent organic pollutants
11. Ecotoxicological effects of emerging micropollutants: Examination of biomarkers, current state and future perspectives
12. Micro- and nanoplastic toxicity on aquatic life: fate, effect and remediation strategy
13. Endocrine disrupting pollutants in domestic and industrial wastewater: occurrence and removal by advanced treatment system for wastewater reuse
14. Environmental impact of endocrine disruptors on human, animal and plant life
15. Bioaugmenation as a strategy for the removal of emerging pollutants from wastewater
16. Bisphenols in wastewater: occurrence, fate, effect, safety, biodegradation by bacterial community
2. Fate and occurrence of microplastic and nanoplastic pollution in industrial wastewater
3. Biosensors for detection of emerging pollutants in water and wastewater
4. Applications of membrane bioreactors for wastewater treatment: removal, mechanisms and perspectives of micropollutants
5. Removal of pharmaceutical and personal care products in water and wastewater using fungal system
6. Removal of organic micro-pollutants by aerobic and anaerobic microorganism
7. Emerging contaminants of industrial origin and their enzyme-assisted biodegradation
8. Use of microalgae for the removal of emerging contaminants from wastewater
9. Bioelectrochemical system for sustainable environmental remediation and energy generation
10. Advanced nanotechnology for the degradation of persistent organic pollutants
11. Ecotoxicological effects of emerging micropollutants: Examination of biomarkers, current state and future perspectives
12. Micro- and nanoplastic toxicity on aquatic life: fate, effect and remediation strategy
13. Endocrine disrupting pollutants in domestic and industrial wastewater: occurrence and removal by advanced treatment system for wastewater reuse
14. Environmental impact of endocrine disruptors on human, animal and plant life
15. Bioaugmenation as a strategy for the removal of emerging pollutants from wastewater
16. Bisphenols in wastewater: occurrence, fate, effect, safety, biodegradation by bacterial community
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: April 29, 2022
- Language: English
About the editors
About the editors
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Izharul Haq
Izharul Haq is working as an Assistant Professor at the Manipal University Jaipur, India, where he specializes in environmental biotechnology, with a focus on waste management using microbial processes and evaluating the toxicity of pollutants. He completed his PhD in Microbiology at the CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, Lucknow, India, and later conducted postdoctoral research at the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati. His current research work is in the field of environmental microbiology and pollutant remediation.
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Ajay S. Kalamdhad
Ajay S. Kalamdhad is working as professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Assam, India. He obtained his Bachelors, Masters and PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from GEC Jabalpur, VNIT Nagpur and IIT Roorkee respectively. Prior to joining IIT Guwahati in 2009, he was an Assistant Professor at VNIT Nagpur and worked in various projects at RRL, Bhopal (Now AMPRI, Bhopal) and NEERI, Nagpur.
His research team is working on solid waste management by microbial and vermicomposting, aerobic and anaerobic digestion of kitchen waste and industrial sludge for biogas production, Composting of water hyacinth using different composting technologies. He also serves as an editorial board member/reviewer for several national/international journals of repute. Currently, Prof Kalamdhad supervising 18 PhD and 11 M Tech students and more than 10 PhD and 35 M Tech dissertations have been completed under his supervision. In addition, Prof. Kalamdhad has handled 9 major R&D projects funded by various agencies. He has published more than 150 research papers in national and international journals of repute. He also has published 6 book chapters and 5 international books. He is a life member of Indian Public Health Engineers, Asia-Pacific Chemical, Biological& Environmental Engineering Society, National Solid Waste Association of India, International Solid Waste Association, and Indian Water Works Association.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Assam, IndiaMS
Maulin P. Shah
Dr. Maulin P. Shah is a distinguished environmental scientist, academician, and globally recognized expert in the fields of environmental biotechnology and sustainable
wastewater treatment. He has made significant contributions to advancing eco-friendly
technologies for pollution control, particularly through innovative biological treatment processes. Dr. Shah holds extensive academic and research experience, with a strong focus on
industrial wastewater treatment, bioremediation, and microalgae-based technologies. His work emphasizes the integration of sustainability principles with practical engineering solutions, helping industries reduce their environmental footprint.
Remarkably, Dr. Shah has edited over 300+ books covering a wide spectrum of cutting-edge domains, including industrial wastewater microbiology, bioremediation, biodegradation, algal biotechnology, biofuel, bioenergy, circular economy, metagenomics related to wastewater treatment, and enzyme engineering. This exceptional editorial contribution reflects his deep expertise and unparalleled commitment to advancing global knowledge in environmental science.
Over the years, he has also authored and contributed to numerous high-impact
research papers and scholarly books published by reputed international publishers. His
publications are widely cited and serve as essential references for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals worldwide.
He is actively associated as an Editorial Board Member in more than 30 high-reputed
international journals affiliated with leading organizations and publishers such as
International Water Association, American Chemical Society, Royal Society of Chemistry,
Elsevier, Springer, Taylor & Francis, Wiley, IOP Publishing, Apple Academic Press,
Scrivener Publishing, and Bentham Science Publishers. His extensive editorial involvement
highlights his leadership and recognition in the global scientific community.
Dr. Shah is widely recognized for his collaborative research with leading scientists
across the globe, promoting interdisciplinary solutions to complex environmental challenges.
His work effectively bridges the gap between fundamental research and real-world industrial
applications. In addition to his research excellence, he has been invited as a keynote speaker at numerous national and international conferences, where he shares valuable insights on sustainable development, wastewater management, and environmental innovation. He is also deeply committed to mentoring students and young researchers, fostering academic growth and inspiring future leaders in environmental science and engineering.
Beyond academia, Dr. Shah contributes to industry-oriented solutions and policy-
relevant research aimed at environmental protection, resource recovery, and sustainable
development. Through his relentless dedication and visionary approach, Dr. Maulin P. Shah
has established himself as a leading authority in environmental sustainability, committed to
building a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.
Affiliations and expertise
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