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Development in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes

Advances in Industrial Wastewater Treatment Technologies: Removal of Contaminants and Recovery of Resources

  • 1st Edition - July 10, 2023
  • Latest edition
  • Editor: Maulin P. Shah
  • Language: English

Advances in Industrial Wastewater Treatment Technologies: Removal of Contaminants and Recovery of Resources identifies emerging technologies that allow for reuse throughout the wa… Read more

Description

Advances in Industrial Wastewater Treatment Technologies: Removal of Contaminants and Recovery of Resources identifies emerging technologies that allow for reuse throughout the wastewater treatment cycle. In anticipation of the next generation of biological treatment technologies driven wastewater treatment plants, this book focuses on the reuse and regeneration of wastewater through an innovative and applied approach of treatment processes. The book emphasizes various aspects related to wastewater management, treatment technologies, water reuse, biosolids production and management, water quality, regulations, economics, public acceptance, risk assessment, benefits, keys for success and main constraints, and stresses the importance of an activated sludge process.

Key features

  • Demonstrates state-of-the-art wastewater treatment technologies
  • Highlights the importance of treatment technologies for better reuse of wastewater
  • Discusses removal of various emerging contaminants through different processes to clean up the environment from pollution
  • Provides an updated vision of existing treatment process strategies with their limitations and challenges and their potential applications for the removal of pollutants in the environment and from industrial effluent

Readership

Researchers, Pharmacists, Chemistry Students (under/post graduate), Toxicologist, Environmentalists, Microbiologists, Medical Microbiologist, Medical Doctors, Biotechnologists, Environmental Engineers, Waste Treatment Engineers Managers, Scientists, Environmental Science Managers, Administrators, and Policy Makers, Environmental Consultants, Industry Persons and Doctoral Level who aspire to work on the treatment of pharmaceutical waste water contaminants for environmental safety and sustainable development

Table of contents

1. Wastewater treatment technologies

2. Urban storm water management

3. On-site and decentralized wastewater treatment systems

4. Removal of trace organics and emerging contaminants

5. Membrane and disinfection technologies

6. Effluent disposal to waterways

7. Potential effluent uses

8. Water reuse planning, policy, monitoring requirements, and standards/criteria

9. The role of water reuse for integrated water resources management

10. Wastewater treatment and reuse in future cities

11. Sewage bio solids management

12. Economic and social aspects of production and use of recycled water

13. Health and ecological risk analysis in water recycling applications

14. Historical development of wastewater treatment and reuse

15. Highlights the recovery of resources from wastewater

16. Emphasizes the role of nanotechnology in bioremediation of pollutants

17. Emerging contaminants

18. Bioremediation of Organic and Metal Co-contaminated Environments

19. New Bioremediation Technologies to Remove Heavy Metals and Radionuclides

20. Bioremediation of Soils Polluted with Hexavalent Chromium using Bacteria

21. Recovery of resources from wastewater

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: July 10, 2023
  • Language: English

About the editor

MS

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
Environmental Microbiology Consultant, Gujarat, India

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