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Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences
Removal of Emerging Contaminants from Wastewater through
Bio-nanotechnology showcases profiles of the nonregulated
contaminants termed as "emerging contaminants," which comprise
industrial and household persistent toxic chemicals,
pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs), pesticides,
surfactants and surfactant residues, plasticizers and industrial
additives, manufactured nanomaterials and nanoparticles,
microplastics, etc. that are used extensively in everyday life. The
occurrence of "emerging contaminants" in wastewater, and their
behavior during wastewater treatment and production of drinking
water are key issues in the reuse and recycling of water resources.
This book focuses on the exploitation of Nano-biotechnology
inclusive of the state-of-the-art remediate strategies to
degrade/detoxify/stabilize toxic and hazardous contaminants and
restore contaminated sites, which is not as comprehensively
discussed in the existing titles on similar topics available in the
global market. In addition, it discusses the potential
environmental and health hazards and ecotoxicity associated with
the widespread distribution of emerging contaminants in the water
bodies. It also considers the life cycle assessment (LCA) of
emerging (micro)-pollutants with suitable case studies from various
industrial sources.
Radiation-Processed Polysaccharides: Emerging Roles in Agriculture
is the first book to focus exclusively on this emerging and
important option for reducing the overuse and negative impact of
agrochemicals in agriculture. Among practices being developed for
effective and eco-friendly plant growth regulators in crop
production, using radiation-processed polysaccharides (RPPs) is a
promising technique. Comprised of chapters from diverse areas of
plant science, including agriculture, agronomy, biotechnology,
nanotechnology, molecular biology, and radiation agriculture, this
book provides insights into the practical application of RPPs and
inspires further research toward sustainable and efficient
agricultural production. Polysaccharides (sodium alginate,
carrageenan, chitosan and others) in their depolymerized state are
increasingly important to agriculture based on their unique
biological properties, biocompatibility, biodegradability and
non-toxicity. Understanding the impact of RPPs on the plant
phenotype, translocation of nutrients from source to sink, signal
processing, and crosstalk helps improve the applicability of RPPs
and sustainable agricultural yield.
Phytoplankton ecology has developed from an understanding of
taxonomy, species dynamics and functional roles, and species
interactions with the surrounding environment. New and emerging
technologies enable a paradigm shift in the ways we monitor and
understand phytoplankton in a range of environments. Advances in
Phytoplankton Ecology: Applications of Emerging Technologies is a
practical guide to these new technologies and explores their
application with case studies to show how recent advances have
changed our understanding of phytoplankton ecology. Part one of
this book explores how traditional taxonomy and species
identification has changed, moving from morphological to molecular
techniques. Part two explores the new technologies for remote and
automatic monitoring and sensor technology and applications for
management. Part three explores the explosion of omics techniques
and their application in species identification, functional
populations, trait characterization, interspecific interactions,
and interaction with their environment. This book is an invaluable
guide for marine and freshwater ecology researchers to how new
technologies can enhance our understanding of ecology.
Twentieth Century Mouse Genetics: A Historical and Scientific
Review provides a comprehensive examination of key advances in
mouse genetics throughout the 20th century. Here Dr. Robert P.
Erickson, a leader in the field, identifies the contributions of
historic mouse genetics studies, and how those approaches and early
discoveries are still shaping human genetics research and medical
genetics today. In addition to historical overviews, the author
provides researcher biographies and updates connecting historic
research to ongoing advances. Past studies discussed use the T/t
complex as an example and include the origins of mouse genetics,
the synthesis of genetics and evolution, cytogenetics and gene
mapping, population genetics and mutation research, immunogenetics,
reproductive genetics, molecular cloning, X-inactivation and
epigenetics, sex determination, and pharmacogenetics. Here
researchers, students, and clinicians will find fresh inspiration
to engage in human genetics research employing mouse models and to
translate those findings to clinical practice.
Advances in Biomembranes and Lipid Self-Assembly, Volume 34,
formerly titled Advances in Planar Lipid Bilayers and Liposomes,
provides a global platform for the study of cell membranes, lipid
model membranes and lipid self-assemblies, from the micro- to the
nanoscale. As planar lipid bilayers are widely studied due to their
ubiquity in nature, this book presents research on their
application in the formulation of biomimetic model membranes, and
in the design of artificial dispersion of liposomes. Chapters cover
Physical properties of SOPC lipid membranes containing cholesterol
by molecular dynamics simulation, Exciting membrane fluctuations -
more than thermal stimulation, Fluctuations shaping bio-membrane
adhesion, and more.
Advances in Carbohydrate Chemistry and Biochemistry, Volume 80
highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume
presenting interesting chapters on a range of topics, including
Vinyl Sulfone-Modified Carbohydrates: Michael Acceptors and 2p
Partners for the Synthesis of Functionalized Sugars,
Enantiomerically Pure Carbocycles and Heterocycles and a
Biographical Memoire for Leslie Hough.
Value Addition in Food Products and Processing using Enzyme
Technology offers an updated review regarding the potential impact
of new enzymes and enzyme technology on the food sector. The book
brings together novel sources and technologies regarding enzymes in
value added food development, food production, food processing,
food preservation, food engineering and food biotechnology. It will
be extremely useful for different types of readers, including food
scientists, academic and food biotechnologists, but will also be
ideal for students studying food-related courses. This book
includes concise and up-to-date research information from multiple
independent scientific papers from around the world. This is a
essential, multidisciplinary text for research and development
professionals, research scientists, and academics in food,
biotechnology, and agriculture industries. It addresses safety
issues and includes the sources, screening, immobilization and
application of food-grade enzymes in food.
Advances in Dairy Microbial Products describes the importance and
utility of microbial products used in dairy products. This book
explains the makeup of these products in a scientifically sound yet
simple manner. The appeal of this book is its holistic approach to
addressing the different aspects of the dairy industry, from basic
dairy microbial biochemistry to production of dairy products and
their nutrient quality, and finally to machine learning
applications in dairy industry. Comprised of chapters written and
edited by international authorities and researchers with top
expertise in dairy products, it offers both established and
cutting-edge solutions to the numerous challenges commonly
encountered in the industrial processing of milk and the production
of milk products. This book offers a highly practical approach to
the topic, addressing and tackling the problems faced in the
workplace by dairy technologists. Researchers and practitioners
will find this book to be an ideal source of thorough and
up-to-date information on dairy microbial products while also
appealing to beginners seeking to understand how advanced dairy
technologies can increase the efficiency of current techniques.
Membrane Proteins, Volume 128 in the Advances in Protein Chemistry
and Structural Biology series highlights new advances in the field,
with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an
international board of authors.
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