Sustainable Wastewater Treatment: Bioremediation Strategies
Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes
- 1st Edition - June 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editors: Rajneesh Kumar, Ram Sharan Singh, Maulin P. Shah
- Language: English
Sustainable Wastewater Treatment: Bioremediation Strategies: Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes explores the behavior of emerging contaminants within… Read more
Key topics include microbial consortia, bioreactors, biodegradation of organic pollutants, and the treatment of heavy metals and industrial wastewater. Real-world case studies illustrate successful applications of these methods while discussions on future prospects and research directions prepare readers for the evolving landscape of environmental remediation.
- Analyzes the effectiveness of diverse bioremediation methods, including in-situ and ex-situ approaches
- Presents real-world examples and case studies from various industries
- Explores advanced bioremediation technologies, such as genetic engineering, nanotechnology, and hybrid systems
- Evaluates the environmental and economic impacts of different bioremediation strategies
- Discusses regulatory frameworks and best practices in bioremediation
2. Fundamentals of Bioremediation
3. Bioremediation Techniques for Wastewater Treatment
4. Microbial Consortia in Wastewater Bioremediation
5. Bioreactors in Wastewater Treatment
6. Advanced Bioremediation Technologies
7. Biodegradation of Organic Pollutants
8. Treatment of Heavy Metals and Inorganic Pollutants
9. Bioremediation of Industrial Wastewater
10. Bioremediation of Municipal Wastewater
11. Challenges in Wastewater Bioremediation
12. Future Prospects and Research Directions
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: June 1, 2026
- Language: English
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Rajneesh Kumar
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Ram Sharan Singh
Dr. R. S. Singh is a distinguished professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering & Technology at IIT (BHU), Varanasi, with a robust academic and research background. Holding a Ph.D. from IIT (BHU) with a focus on the degradation of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) using supported film bioreactors, he has built an illustrious career in biodegradation, bioremediation, and environmental biotechnology. His professional journey includes roles such as GET at Tata Chemicals, Lecturer at BITS Pilani and BIET Jhansi, and various academic positions at IT BHU, culminating in his current role as Professor at IIT (BHU) since 2015. With an impressive H-index of 40, over 5,000 citations, and an i10 index of 90, Dr. Singh's research contributions are highly regarded. He has 19 years of total research experience, including 13 years post-doctoral, and has mentored numerous post-doctoral fellows, Ph.D. candidates, and M.Tech. students. His research primarily focuses on bioaugmentation, biofiltration, synthesis of biodiesel, and the application of biochar and petroleum-degrading consortia for wastewater treatment. Dr. Singh's work has significantly impacted the field of environmental engineering, providing sustainable solutions for pollution control and fostering future professionals and researchers.
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Maulin P. Shah
Dr. Maulin P. Shah is an active researcher and microbial biotechnologist with diverse research interest. His primary interest is the environment, the quality of our living resources and the ways that bacteria can help to manage and degrade toxic wastes and restore environmental health. Consequently, His work has been focused to assess the impact of industrial pollution on microbial diversity of wastewater following cultivation dependant and cultivation independent analysis.