Nanobiotechnology for Bioremediation

Fundamentals and Mechanisms

1st Edition - June 15, 2023
Editors: Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji, Ravindra Pratap Singh, Jay Singh, Kshitij RB Singh
Language: English
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9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 1 7 6 7 - 4
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Nanobiotechnology for Bioremediation: Fundamentals and Mechanisms provides detailed information on nanomaterial applications for the bioremediation of a heavily contaminated environment. Relevant information is provided on the application of nanofibers, nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI), nanocomposites, and carbon nanotubes to rejuvenate the environment from different pollutants, such as heavy metals, chlorinated compounds, organic compounds, polyaromatic hydrocarbon, and hydrocarbons. The book also explores the application of nanomaterials as a sustainable green solution that helps prevent various high levels of contamination in the environment.

Each chapter addresses the application of nanomaterials as a sustainable tool for managing innumerable environmental challenges. This helps readers translate their research findings into sustainable innovations to resolve their immediate environmental challenges.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
List of contributors
Editors’ biographies
Preface
Acknowledgments
1. Introduction: utility of nanobiotechnology for bioremediation
1.1. Introduction
1.2. Applications of bionanomaterials for bioremediation
1.3. Applications of bionanocomposites for bioremediation of environmental pollutants
1.4. Conclusion
2. Nanofibers’ utility for rejuvenation of heavily contaminated environments
2.1. Introduction
2.2. Electrospinning
2.3. Electrospun nanofibrous membranes for air filtration
2.4. Electrospun polymeric nanofibrous membranes
2.5. Antibacterial nanofibrous membranes
2.6. Electrospun nanofibrous membranes for decontamination of Cr (VI) ions
2.7. Conclusions
3. Nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI) for rejuvenation of heavily contaminated environment
3.1. Introduction
3.2. Structure and properties of nZVI
3.3. Synthesis of nZVI
3.4. Role of nZVI for rejuvenation of heavily contaminated environments
3.5. Factors affecting nZVI performance
3.6. Challenges in using nZVI
4. Bionanocomposites for rejuvenation of heavily contaminated environment
4.1. Introduction: an outline of materials for bionanocomposites
4.2. Processing methods of bionanocomposites
4.3. Characterization techniques of bionanocomposites
4.4. Application of bionanocomposites in the removal of hazardous material from wastewater
4.5. Conclusion and future perspectives
5. Carbon nanotubes for rejuvenation of heavily contaminated environments
5.1. Introduction
5.2. Adsorptive treatment
5.3. Carbon nanotube surface modifications
5.4. Carbon nanotube composite
5.5. Conclusion
6. Utility of biogenic nanomaterials for rejuvenation of heavy metals
6.1. Introduction
6.2. Remediation of heavy metals by chemical methods
6.3. Remediation of heavy metals using microalgae
6.4. Conclusion
7. Novel nanomaterials via microorganisms for bioremediation
7.1. Introduction
7.2. Bionanomaterials: sources and classification
7.3. Production of novel bionanomaterials and their importance
7.4. Nanomaterials via microorganisms
7.5. Bionanomaterials for efficient bioremediation of pollutants
7.6. Constraints and future prospects of bionanomaterials
7.7. Conclusion
8. Smart and intelligent bionanomaterials as adsorbents for management of heavy metal–polluted wastewater
8.1. Introduction
8.2. Wastewater sources
8.3. Pollutants in wastewater and their impact
8.4. Conventional purification methods
8.5. Adsorption of contaminants
8.6. Physical chemistry of adsorption: theoretical treatment and experimental methods
8.7. Bionanomaterials as adsorbents: preparation, characterization, and efficacy
8.8. Conclusions and the way ahead
9. Potentialities of biogenic nanomaterials for bioremediation of pesticides
9.1. Introduction
9.2. Applications of biogenic nanomaterials in bioremediation of pesticides
9.3. Challenges
9.4. Conclusion and future prospects
10. Removal of chlorinated compounds using bionanomaterials
10.1. Introduction
10.2. Sources of chlorinated compounds
10.3. Types of chlorinated compounds of environmental concern
10.4. Environmental effects of chlorinated compounds
10.5. Health effects of chlorinated compounds
10.6. Concept of bionanotechnology
10.7. Overview of nanobioremediation and nanobiomaterials
10.8. Biosynthesis of nanomaterials through microbial action
10.9. Advantages of nanobiomaterials for the removal of chlorinated compounds
10.10. Types of bionanomaterials for the removal of chlorinated compounds
10.11. Studies on removal of chlorinated compounds using bionanotechnology
10.12. Conclusion and future perspectives
11. Bioremediation of PAHs using nanotechnology
11.1. Introduction
11.2. Nanobioremediation
11.3. Biofunctionalization of nanoparticles
11.4. Biomolecules for functionalization of nanoparticles
11.5. Biofunctionalized nanoparticles and PAH removal
11.6. Nanoparticles for effective extraction of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
11.7. Conclusion
12. Mode of the mechanism of biogenic nanomaterials involved in the adsorption of pollutants
12.1. Introduction
12.2. Water treatment methods
12.3. Biogenic iron nanomaterials
12.4. Biogenic manganese oxide nanomaterials
12.5. Adsorptive performance
12.6. Conclusion
13. Ecofriendly biocomposites for the remediation of contaminated marine water by solvents and organic oils
13.1. Introduction
13.2. Marine water contaminated by organic oils and solvents
13.3. Remediation
13.4. Polyurethanes
13.5. Castor oil–derived polyurethane foams
13.6. Natural fiber–reinforced, castor oil–derived polyurethane foams for remediation
13.7. Regeneration, recycling, and disposal
13.8. Future and current trends and their application
Index

Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji

Prof. Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji is a full Professor at the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Sciences and the Director of Research and Innovation, Edo State University Uzairue (EDSU), Edo State, Nigeria. He formerly served as the Acting Director of Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer, Head of the Department of Microbiology, and Sub Dean of the Faculty of Science. Currently, he holds the positions of Chairman of the Grant Committee and Dean of the Faculty of Science at EDSU.

Prof. Adetunji is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology in the UK. Additionally, he serves as a Visiting Professor and the Executive Director of the Center for Biotechnology at Precious Cornerstone University, Nigeria. His research centers on applying biological techniques and microbial bioprocesses to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and contribute to advancements in agriculture.

Affiliations and expertise

Full Professor at the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Sciences and the Director of Research and Innovation, Edo State University Uzairue (EDSU), Edo State, Nigeria.

Ravindra Pratap Singh

Dr. Singh received his B. Sc. from Allahabad University India and his M.Sc and Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Lucknow University, India. He is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, India. His work and research interests include biochemistry, biosensors, nanobiotechnology, electrochemistry, material sciences, and biosensors applications in biomedical, environmental, agricultural and forensics sciences.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, India

Jay Singh

Dr. Jay is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Institute of Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, India, since 2017. He received his Ph.D. degree in Polymer Science from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology in 2010 and did MSc and BSc from Allahabad University, India. He is actively engaged in the development of nanomaterials (CeO2, NiO, rare-earth metal oxide, Ni, Nife2O4, Cu2O, Graphene, RGO etc.), based nanobiocomposite, conducting polymer and self-assembled monolayers based clinically important biosensors for estimation of bioanalaytes such as cholesterol, xanthine, glucose, pathogens and pesticides/toxins using DNA and antibodies. He is actively engaged in fabricating metal oxide-based biosensors for clinical diagnosis, food packaging applications, drug delivery, and tissue engineering applications.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, Banaras Hindu University, India

Kshitij RB Singh

Kshitij RB Singh obtained his MSc in Biotechnology from Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, India. Currently, he is a doctoral student in the laboratory of Professor Shyam S. Pandey at the Department of Life Science and Systems Engineering, Kyushu Institute of Technology, Japan. His research interests encompass a range of fields, including biotechnology, biochemistry, nanotechnology, nanobiotechnology, biosensors, and materials sciences.

Affiliations and expertise

Postgraduate, Kyushu Institute of Technology, Japan