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By Swati Sharma, Manik Chandra Biswas, Ashok Kumar Nadda
November 25, 2024
Microfibers, synthetic fibers like polyester and nylon, are emerging contaminants widely distributed in air, water, and soil, posing significant ecological risks. The textile industry, driven by fast fashion trends, is a major source of microfiber pollution in both aquatic and terrestrial ...
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By Ashok Kumar Nadda, Priya Banerjee, Swati Sharma
October 01, 2024
The introduction of emerging contaminants through anthropogenic activities and industrial discharges has raised significant public health concerns worldwide. Various techniques, including bioremediation, have been explored for their effectiveness in removing pollutants from water bodies and ...
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By Swati Tyagi, Robin Kumar, Baljeet Saharan, Ashok Kumar Nadda
August 26, 2024
Considering the ever-increasing global population and finite arable land, technology and sustainable agricultural practices are required to improve crop yield. This book examines the interaction between plants and microbes and considers the use of advanced techniques such as genetic engineering, ...
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By Satarupa Dey
December 13, 2023
Extensive industrialization has led to an increased release of toxic metals into the soil and air. Industrial waste can include mine overburden, bauxite residue, and E waste, and these can serve as a source of valuable recoverable metals. There are relatively simple methods to recycle these wastes,...
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By Parul Chaudhary, Anuj Chaudhary, Ashok Kumar Nadda, Priyanka Khati
June 15, 2023
The yield of major agricultural crops can be severely decreased due to the inappropriate application of commonly used harmful chemicals. Excessive agrochemicals in field application can negatively affect microbial populations and their diversity, which in turn ultimately affects plant growth. Thus,...
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By Mamtesh Singh, Gajendra Pratap Singh, Shivani Tyagi
November 16, 2022
Microbial Products: Applications and Translational Trends offers complete coverage of the production of microbial products, including biopolymers, biofuels, bioactive compounds, and their applications in fields such as bioremediation, agriculture, medicine, and other industrial settings. This book ...