Microbial Biotechnology for Revolutionizing Biobased Biorefineries
New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering
- 1st Edition - June 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editors: Yogesh K. Ahlawat, Ramesh Chander Kuhad, Vijai Kumar Gupta
- Language: English
Microbial Biotechnology for Revolutionizing Biobased Biorefineries: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering offers a cutting-edge explor… Read more
Microbial Biotechnology for Revolutionizing Biobased Biorefineries: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering offers a cutting-edge exploration of the latest advancements in microbial biotechnology and its transformative role in biobased biorefineries. The book delves into the diverse microbial organisms and innovative bioprocesses that are reshaping the production of sustainable biofuels, bioplastics, and high-value pharmaceuticals, and uncovers the fundamental principles of microbial biotechnology that enhance microbial performance, alongside practical case studies that illustrate real-world applications and the potential for commercial-scale impact. The book is structured to provide a thorough understanding of key topics, beginning with the engineering of biomass feedstocks for bioethanol production and extending to microbial biodiversity, enzyme applications, and metabolic engineering. Each chapter presents detailed insights into the processes that drive efficiency and sustainability in biorefineries, including the enzymatic conversion of biomass, microbial biosynthesis of platform chemicals, and the challenges of scaling up these technologies. Additionally, it addresses environmental considerations and market trends, offering a holistic view of the biobased economy. Microbial Biotechnology for Revolutionizing Biobased Biorefineries: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering is an essential resource for researchers, industry professionals, and students in fields such as chemical engineering, microbiology, biochemistry, and environmental science. By integrating multidisciplinary knowledge, the book equips readers with the latest findings and practical strategies to optimize biorefinery operations, enhance sustainability, and contribute to a circular bioeconomy.
- Integrates multidisciplinary knowledge from chemical engineering, biochemistry, microbiology and environmental science, creating a cohesive framework that enhances understanding of the complexities in biobased biorefineries
- Presents current research and innovations, offering the latest findings and emerging technologies in microbial biotechnology that have the potential to transform the biobased biorefinery landscape
- Discusses practical examples and case studies, illustrating real-world applications that demonstrate how microbial biotechnology can optimize efficiency, sustainability, and economic viability in biobased biorefineries
- Evaluates the impact of microbial processes on the development of sustainable biobased products, emphasizing their role in advancing environmental and economic goals within the industry
Scientists, professors, and research scholars in chemical engineering, biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, biochemistry, materials science, renewable energy, biological sciences, genetics, and microbial engineering; Engineers, technologists, and executives in biomass, biofuel, and biorefinery sectors; (Post)graduate students in biotechnology, biochemical engineering, microbiology, and environmental science
1. Introduction to Engineering Biomass Feedstocks for Bioethanol Production
2. Introduction to Microbial Biodiversity and Application to Biobased Biorefineries
3. Microbial Enzymes for Biorefinery Processes and Application of Microbial Fermentation Technologies
4. Microbial Biosynthesis of Platform Chemicals, Biopolymers and Bioplastics
5. Microbial Bioremediation in Biorefineries and Bioenergy Production
6. Microbial Metabolic Engineering for Biobased Products
7. Designer Microbes for Ethanol Fermentation and Optimization of Biomass Pretreatment
8. Biomass Pretreatment Technologies for Biorefinery Development
9. Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Biomass and Fermentation Process Optimization
10. Downstream Processing and Ethanol Recovery for bioethanol production
11. Biorefinery Approaches for Lignocellulosic Biomass Valorization
12. Environmental and Sustainability Considerations in Lignin Valorization
13. Market Trends and Economic Analysis for a Circular Bioeconomy
14. Microbial Biorefinery Integration and Scaling up Methods
15. Regulatory and Ethical Considerations in Microbial Biorefineries
2. Introduction to Microbial Biodiversity and Application to Biobased Biorefineries
3. Microbial Enzymes for Biorefinery Processes and Application of Microbial Fermentation Technologies
4. Microbial Biosynthesis of Platform Chemicals, Biopolymers and Bioplastics
5. Microbial Bioremediation in Biorefineries and Bioenergy Production
6. Microbial Metabolic Engineering for Biobased Products
7. Designer Microbes for Ethanol Fermentation and Optimization of Biomass Pretreatment
8. Biomass Pretreatment Technologies for Biorefinery Development
9. Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Biomass and Fermentation Process Optimization
10. Downstream Processing and Ethanol Recovery for bioethanol production
11. Biorefinery Approaches for Lignocellulosic Biomass Valorization
12. Environmental and Sustainability Considerations in Lignin Valorization
13. Market Trends and Economic Analysis for a Circular Bioeconomy
14. Microbial Biorefinery Integration and Scaling up Methods
15. Regulatory and Ethical Considerations in Microbial Biorefineries
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: June 1, 2026
- Language: English
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Yogesh K. Ahlawat
Dr. Yogesh K. Ahlawat is currently a Professor in the Department of Life Sciences at Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary (SGT) University in Haryana, India. He holds a PhD in the enhancement of biofuel production through plant cell wall biosynthesis, earned from Michigan Tech University in the United States. His research focuses on manipulating lignin biosynthesis in poplars to enhance biofuel yield. Dr. Ahlawat has developed hundreds of transgenic lines by overexpressing and silencing specific genes and transcription factors in Populus trichocarpa, the pioneering bioenergy tree, using tissue-specific promoters. With 13 years of extensive experience in functional genomics, postharvest genomics, and crop enhancement methodologies, Dr. Ahlawat has a commendable record of publishing impactful research. Dr. Ahlawat serves on the editorial boards of several prestigious journals such as the BMC series, Frontiers in Plant Science, Frontiers in Microbiology and Nutrition, and MDPI. His contributions have been recognized internationally through awards such as the Doctoral Finishing Fellowship, Best Graduate Teaching Award, and Best PhD Research Award. He holds several patents and has secured numerous national and international travel grants from esteemed organizations.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Department of Life Sciences at Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary (SGT) University, Haryana, IndiaRK
Ramesh Chander Kuhad
Ramesh Chander Kuhad is a Distinguished Professor at Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Haryana; Sharda University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh and the Director, at the DPGITM, Gurugram, Haryana. His areas of research include plant biomass biotechnology, biorefineries for sustainable production of biofuels, and other bio-based products.
Affiliations and expertise
Distinguished Professor, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Haryana; Sharda University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh; Director, DPGITM, Gurugram, HaryanaVG
Vijai Kumar Gupta
Dr. Vijai Kumar Gupta holds a doctoral degree in Microbiology from Dr RML Avadh University, India. Currently, he is working as Senior Fellow and Group Leader at Center for Safe and Improved Foods & Biorefining and Advanced Materials Research Center, SRUC, Edinburgh, UK. Dr Gupta is an expert in Biomass Valorisation, Microbial Engineering Biotechnologies, Enzyme and Bioprocessing Technologies, Bioactive Natural Products, and Functional Microbiome. Overall focus of his research is on developing bioprocess technologies to valorise available bioresources for the production of value-added biochemicals, bioproducts, and fuels and their potential to address the key challenges in agri-food-pharma-environment importance. He has published several peer-reviewed publications, 48 book chapters and 42 books in his hands.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor (Biochemistry), AgroBioSciences (AgBS)/Chemical and Biochemical Sciences (CBS), Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), Morocco