Piezocatalysis as a Sustainable Solution for Microbial Eradication and Wastewater Treatment
Development in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes
- 1st Edition - February 25, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editors: Souravi Bardhan, Maulin P. Shah
- Language: English
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Description
Description
Piezocatalysis as a Sustainable Solution for Microbial Eradication and Wastewater Treatment: Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes comprehensively elucidates insights into the principles and applications of piezocatalysis. The book explains, in detail, the mechanism of the process and explores various approaches and the latest breakthroughs in material synthesis and designing for piezocatalysis. It explains how piezocatalysis offers a unique advantage by simultaneously degrading pollutants and controlling microbial populations, and that this dual action streamlines the wastewater treatment process and enhances overall efficiency.
Along with providing practical insights into how piezocatalysis is being employed to tackle wastewater issues, this book focuses on the recent developments, outlining their challenges and future opportunities. The book provides versatile solutions that are capable of degrading a wide range of pollutants, including recalcitrant organic compounds and microbial contaminants, and as such, enabling the degradation of various water pollutants and removal of pathogenic microbes. Researchers in academia and industry will find this to be a very important resource for learning about the implementation of piezocatalysis for wastewater remediation.
Along with providing practical insights into how piezocatalysis is being employed to tackle wastewater issues, this book focuses on the recent developments, outlining their challenges and future opportunities. The book provides versatile solutions that are capable of degrading a wide range of pollutants, including recalcitrant organic compounds and microbial contaminants, and as such, enabling the degradation of various water pollutants and removal of pathogenic microbes. Researchers in academia and industry will find this to be a very important resource for learning about the implementation of piezocatalysis for wastewater remediation.
Key features
Key features
- Highlights limitations and challenges faced by existing techniques for the degradation of pollutants and microbial load in wastewater
- Discusses the latest innovations and modifications in tailoring piezocatalytic materials for greater efficiency
- Provides detailed insights into how to apply piezocatalysis for simultaneous pollutant degradation and microbial control
- Includes practical applications that showcase the industrial feasibility of piezocatalysis
Readership
Readership
Researchers and scientists in academia working on piezocatalysis for wastewater remediation
Table of contents
Table of contents
1. Introduction to piezocatalysis
2. Mechanisms of piezocatalysis
3. Design and fabrication of piezo-responsive materials
4. Synthetic polymers for piezocatalysis
5. Biopolymers for piezocatalysis
6. Ultrasonic energy-based piezocatalysis for wastewater treatment
7. Mechanical stirring-based piezocatalysis for wastewater treatment
8. Piezocatalysis for removal of pesticides and pharmaceutical wastes from wastewater
9. Piezocatalytic dye degradation from wastewater
10. Piezocatalytic disinfection of wastewater
11. Synergistic approach piezo-photocatalysis for wastewater treatment
12. Piezocatalytic advances in industrial wastewater
13. Challenges and future prospective
14. Conclusion
2. Mechanisms of piezocatalysis
3. Design and fabrication of piezo-responsive materials
4. Synthetic polymers for piezocatalysis
5. Biopolymers for piezocatalysis
6. Ultrasonic energy-based piezocatalysis for wastewater treatment
7. Mechanical stirring-based piezocatalysis for wastewater treatment
8. Piezocatalysis for removal of pesticides and pharmaceutical wastes from wastewater
9. Piezocatalytic dye degradation from wastewater
10. Piezocatalytic disinfection of wastewater
11. Synergistic approach piezo-photocatalysis for wastewater treatment
12. Piezocatalytic advances in industrial wastewater
13. Challenges and future prospective
14. Conclusion
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: February 25, 2026
- Language: English
About the editors
About the editors
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Souravi Bardhan
Dr. Souravi Bardhan is affiliated with the Faculty in the Department of Environmental Science in a Calcutta University-affiliated college for the past 6 years. She has completed her Ph.D. at Jadavpur University and has published more than 37 research articles in reputed peer-reviewed journals with a research experience of 9 years. Her research mainly involves heavy metal sensing in industrial wastewater and living cells and wastewater remediation.
Affiliations and expertise
Affiliated with the Faculty, Department of Environmental Science, Calcutta University, 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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