Waste Management and Site Restoration

Plant & Microbial Biotechnological Approaches
Erscheinungsjahr 2027
ISBN: 978-3-032-45227-6
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, Format (B × H): 155 mm x 235 mm

Reihe: Sustainable Environmental Waste Management Strategies

Plant and microbial biotechnology provide practical pathways for addressing pollution and restoring degraded environments. This contributed volume brings together current knowledge on how biological systems can replace inefficient and resource-intensive physical and chemical methods in waste management. It explains how plants, microbes, and their interactions can transform hazardous wastes into products that re-enter natural cycles, supporting cleaner and more sustainable environmental practices.

The volume examines core technologies used in air purification, wastewater treatment, and soil remediation, with detailed attention to bioremediation and phytoremediation. It outlines how microbial consortia and plant systems can detoxify contaminants at polluted sites and contribute to long-term restoration. Advances in recombinant DNA technology are also presented, showing how engineered microorganisms can be tailored for specific environmental applications.

Drawing on a wide range of studies, the book reviews microbial strains, enzymes, and plant species with proven remediation potential. It also explores plant–microbe interactions that enable the development of safer, bio-based alternatives to conventional chemical products. By integrating scientific insight with applied approaches, the book provides a clear framework for advancing waste management and site restoration through biotechnology.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sharma, Nand K.

Fachgebiete

• Geowissenschaften Umweltwissenschaften Nachhaltigkeit
• Technische Wissenschaften Umwelttechnik | Umwelttechnologie Abfallwirtschaft, Abfallentsorgung
• Naturwissenschaften Chemie Analytische Chemie Umweltchemie, Lebensmittelchemie
• Geowissenschaften Umweltwissenschaften Abfallbeseitigung, Abfallentsorgung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Biotechnological Approaches to the Restoration of Areas Contaminated by Hazardous Waste.- Biotechnological remediation of heavy metals: sustainable solutions for environmental restoration.- From Waste to Wealth: Biotechnological Pathways for Circular, Nature-Based Site Restoration.- Nanotechnology: An Emerging Solution for Sewage Treatment and Remediation.- Biotechnological Approaches for Remediation of Pharmaceuticals and Industrial Waste.- A brief insight into genetically modified bacteria for bioremediation of pollutants in contaminated sites.

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Nand Kishor Sharma is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant Science at SRM University, Sonepat, India. He completed his Ph.D. in Plant Biology from the NABI, New Delhi, in 2020. He has more than five years of research experience in the fields of plant biology, environmental protection, and crop improvement. His research interests focus on understanding plant responses to environmental challenges and developing approaches for improving crop performance and sustainability. Dr. Sharma has published several research articles in reputed national and international journals, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in plant science and related areas. His research contributions have also been recognized through several awards and honors from prominent Government of India organizations, including the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), and Department of Biotechnology (DBT). In addition to his research activities, Dr. Sharma is actively involved in academic and professional scientific communities. He is a life member of several professional societies and non-governmental organizations, through which he contributes to scientific collaboration, knowledge dissemination, and professional development. He also serves as an editor and reviewer for reputed international journals, contributing to the peer-review and publication process.