Environmental Nanobiotechnology

Remediation of Refractory Pollutants
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-0-443-44099-1
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 325 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 449 g

Environmental Nanobiotechnology: Remediation of Refractory Pollutants explores the latest advancements in nanotechnology for environmental remediation. The book delves into the innovative development of biogenic nanoparticles, emphasizing their catalytic capabilities in degrading a wide array of environmental pollutants, including hazardous dyes, pesticides, polyaromatic hydrocarbons, oil spills, and microplastics. The book covers critical topics, including the impact of refractory pollutants and various remediation approaches, the role of bionanomaterials in removing hazardous dyes and pesticides, and the application of nanotechnology in managing oil spills and microplastics. It also addresses the use of biochar, biopolymer-based hydrogels, and engineered nanoparticles for effective water treatment and pollutant removal.

Furthermore, it discusses the environmental toxicity and regulatory concerns associated with nanotechnology, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of the field. This is an essential resource for researchers, environmental scientists, and students in fields such as nanotechnology, environmental engineering, and biotechnology. It serves as a guideline for those looking to harness the potential of biogenic nanoparticles in combating environmental pollution, offering a pathway to sustainable solutions and innovative research opportunities.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Ghosh, Sougata

J Webster, Thomas

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Verfahrenstechnik | Chemieingenieurwesen | Biotechnologie Verfahrenstechnik, Chemieingenieurwesen

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Refractory pollutants: Introductions, impact and various remediation approaches
2. Bionanomaterials for removal of hazardous dyes
3. Biogenic nanoparticles with pesticide-removing capacity
4. Nanotechnology-driven solutions for the removal of polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
5. Prospects of nanotechnology for oil spill management
6. Nanotechnology for removal of microplastics
7. Biochar-mediated removal of pollutants
8. Biopolymer based hydrogel for water treatment and decontamination
9. Nanotechnological perspective of heavy metal removal
10. E-waste management using nanobiotechnology
11. Bionanocomposite membrane filters for environmental application
12. Nanotechnology for biofuel production
13. Anaerobic ammonium oxidation by engineered nanoparticles
14. Nanoremediation of Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products (PPCPs)
15. Environmental toxicity, industrial and regulatory concerns with nanotechnology

Über Autor(innen)

J Webster, Thomas
Professor Thomas J. Webster, a chemical and biomedical engineer, holds degrees from the University of Pittsburgh and RPI. He has founded over a dozen companies with FDA-approved medical products benefiting over 30,000 patients and is involved in sustainability and renewable energy technologies. Currently a professor at multiple universities, he has received numerous accolades, including recognition as a top scientist by PLOS and Clarivate. With over 1,350 publications and 66,000 citations, he is a former president of the U.S. Society for Biomaterials and was recently nominated for the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. He also established a fund for Nigerian student research in the USA.

Ghosh, Sougata
Dr. Sougata Ghosh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Microbiology at RK University, India, with a B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Microbiology from Savitribai Phule Pune University. He also serves as a Visiting Professor at Kasetsart University in Thailand and Northeastern University in the USA. Ghosh has led a DBT-funded Foldscope Research Project, filed seven patents, edited ten books, and authored 256 publications with 5,258 citations. He has spoken at numerous international conferences and reviews for 79 journals. A life member of the Association of Microbiologists of India, he has been recognized in Stanford's World Top 2% Scientists Ranking. His research focuses on nanobiotechnology, applied microbiology, and bioremediation.