Current Developments in Biotechnology and Bioengineering

Micropollutants is the term used for organic or mineral substances. Their persistent toxic and bio accumulative properties causes negative effect on the environment and living organisms. Organic micro-pollutants are present in many products that we consume daily such as pharmaceuticals, personal care products, insecticides and industrial chemicals.

Emerging Organic Micro-pollutants summarizes the current knowledge of emerging organic micropollutants in wastewater and the possibilities of their removal/elimination. This book atempts a thorough and exhaustive discussion on ongoing research and future perspectives on advanced treatment methods and future directions to maintain and protect the environment through microbiological, nanotechnological, application of membrane technology, molecular biological and by policymaking ways. The book provides complete knowledge on chemical, nanotechnological and biological aspects on removal of emerging micropollutants from different industrial wastewater(s).

It also includes the latest developments in biotechnology and bioengineering pertaining various aspects in the field of emerging organic micropollutants such as their sources, health effects and environmental impacts.

• Includes testing methods for the analysis and characterization of emerging organic micropollutants in waste water
• Discusses the environmental impact and health hazards of emerging organic micropollutants in wastewater
• Provides a useful guide to identify priority areas of research demand in the remediation/removal of emerging organic micropollutants
• Focuses on different technological, chemical and biological aspects of remediation/removal of emerging organic micropollutants from industrial waste and effluents