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This six volume book set examines a range of topics and
applications related to biotechnology. Volumes include fermentation
and algal biotechnologies; agricultural biotechnology; medical
biotechnology, biopharmaceutics; biosafety, bioethics,
biotechnology policy; microbiomes; bioenergy and environmental
biotechnology for sustainable development. The topics address
significant aspects of the dairy and fermented foods; crop
genetics, breeding and genomics; microalgae and novel products;
molecular diagnostics and DNA forensics; biosafety, bioethics and
legal issues in biotechnology; biotechnology policy advocacy,
enlightenment and engagement with stakeholders; medical and
pharmaceutical biotechnology; omics and bioinformatics; waste
recycling, biofuels and environmental remediation; animal genetics,
breeding and genomics; genetic resources conservation and
utilization; medicinal and underutilized plants; medical insect
biotechnology, genomics and molecular genetics of pests;
microbiomes and microbial biotechnology; biotechnology education
and curriculum development; and water and waste water research.
Volumes include: I: Fermentation and Algal Biotechnologies for the
Food, Beverage and other Bioproduct Industries II: Agricultural
Biotechnology, Biodiversity and Bio-resources Conservation and
Utilization III: Medical Biotechnology, Biopharmaceutics, Forensic
Science and Bioinformatics IV: Biosafety and Bioethics in
Biotechnology: Policy, Advocacy, and Capacity Building V:
Microbiomes and Emerging Applications VI: Bioenergy and
Environmental Biotechnology for Sustainable Development The book is
a timely knowledge product that documents key issues on advances in
biotechnology for use by a variety of readers including
postgraduate students, professionals in the field, policy makers,
science advocacy groups.
Genetically Engineered Organisms in Bioremediation provides
comprehensive coverage of biotechnological applications of
genetically engineered microorganisms for the bioremediation of
polluted environments. Chapters are contributed by international
scientists with in-depth knowledge, expertise, vision, and
commitment in their scientific profession. They detail several
genetically engineered microorganisms and their enzymes that could
be applied to biologically break down persistent organic pollutants
and recombinant DNA technologies which entail development of
‘suicidal-GEMs’ for effective and safe rejuvenation of heavily
polluted sites. Features: • Highlights genes that encode
catabolic enzymes involved in the biodegradation of pollutants. •
Explores combining genetically engineered microorganisms with
bioaugmentation, biostimulation and bioattenuation strategies. •
Details the application of genetic engineering of bacteria for
managing aromatic organic compounds under hypoxic conditions. •
Discusses tracking techniques and suppression strategies of
genetically modified microorganisms. Written for researchers,
engineers and academics working in bioremediation, microbiology and
biotechnology, this book is both timely and important.
NEXT-GENERATION ALGAE The book comprehensively details the novel
and biologically active compounds derived from algae for
sustainable healthcare delivery that could be used for the
treatment of an ever-increasing population, prevention of high rate
of morbidity rates, as well as in the treatment of numerous
diseases, and serve as an alternative drug for the prevention of
high level of resistance to synthetic drugs. This second volume
places a special emphasis on the discovery of novel and
biologically active compounds from algae. It covers a wide range of
applications, including the use of astaxanthin and carotenoids
derived from algae for the production of nutraceuticals,
pharmaceuticals, additives, food supplements, and feed. The book
also discusses the production of polyunsaturated fatty acids
(PUFAs) and their biomedical applications, recent advancements in
the research of sulfated polysaccharides from algal origin, and
their antiulcer bioactivities. Other topics include the application
of algae in wound healing, the use of nanotechnology for the
bioengineering of useful metabolites derived from algae and their
multifaceted applications, and the production of single-cell
proteins and pigments with high relevance in the industry. Audience
Researchers in industry and academia as well as clinicians in the
fields of microbiology, biotechnology, and food science will find
this book very pertinent.
It has been observed that rapid population expansion has raised the
amount of anthropogenic activity, resulting in high levels of
pollution in water, air, and solid waste as well as an increase in
the pressure placed on agricultural lands. Bioaugmentation
Techniques and Applications in Remediation provides detailed
information on bioaugmentation approaches for the remediation of
sediments, water, and soil polluted with organic and inorganic
pollutants. Practical applications of bioaugmentation techniques
performed in restricted systems under controlled conditions,
laboratory investigations, and in the field are addressed. Special
emphasis is placed on the applications of nanomaterials in
combination with bioaugmentation techniques for enhanced
bioremediation efficiency. FEATURES Explores abiotic and biotic
factors that enhance and facilitate environmental remediation of
contaminants Provides a primer on the elementary microbial
processes entailed in bioaugmentation Summarizes methods and
approaches for executing bioaugmentation technology Details
commercially available products and instrumentation This book is an
ideal resource for researchers, students, and engineers working in
materials science and bioremediation.
Emphasizes recent advances in metagenomics and microbiomes and
their emerging applications in medicine, agriculture, industry and
environment Provides detailed information on prebiotics and
probiotics for enhanced human health Introduces microbiomes as the
next frontiers in medicine, agriculture, industry and environment
Reviews microbiota transplantation, health implications and the way
forward Discuss microbiome - epigenetic-host interactions essential
for the physiological functions of the body in health and disease
Emphasizes recent advances in biotechnological techniques that
could ameliorate the high level global food insecurity through
fermentation technologies applicable to traditional African
indigenous and underutilized novel foods, algal biotechnology and
value-added bio-products. Provides detailed information on how to
harness indigenous bio-resources including microalgae for food and
nutrition security, climate change adaptation, industrial enzyme
production, environmental remediation, and health care delivery
Introduces new frontiers in the area of large scale enzyme
production using fermentation biotechnologies and their
applications in the food and beverage industries Discusses current
biotechnologies applicable in the food, beverage and bioproduct
industries
Emphasizes recent advances in biotechnologies that will help in
tackling emerging global health challenges Provides detailed
information on how to harness indigenous bio-resources including
microorganisms and plants for health care delivery Introduces new
frontiers in the area of molecular diagnostics and DNA forensic
science and bioinformatics with case studies, recent advances in
medical insect biotechnology, molecular genetics of pest towards
the exploitation of arthropod midgut components to develop
interventions against infectious diseases Reviews bioactive
molecules derived from commonly used and underutilized medicinal
plants that could be used to develop novel drugs for improved
healthcare delivery Discuss current approaches in medical and
biopharmaceutical biotechnology, deployment of inexpensive
genomics-based vector surveillance for effective disease outbreak
prediction and control of mosquito-borne viruses
Emphasizes recent advances in biotechnology that could ameliorate
the high level global food insecurity through the deployment of the
technology in Nigeria. Provides detailed information on how to
domesticate biotechnology and boost training of the biotechnology
workforce in the universities and research institutes Introduces
new frontiers in the area of organizing informal biotechnology
capacity building courses and professional certification Reviews
biosafety and bioethical guidelines that could enhance adoption of
biotechnology in alignment with national priorities and research
agenda Discuss current biotechnology policy advocacy, enlightenment
and public engagement with stakeholders and Policy makers
Emphasizes recent advances in bioremediation techniques towards
environmental sustainability Provides detailed information on how
to harness indigenous bio-resources including microorganisms as
bioenhancement agents for environmental remediation Introduces new
frontiers in the area of waste water treatment using microalgae
important for sustainability and water safety Reviews biotechniques
that could enhance higher level of sustainability in heavily
polluted environment as well as provides intelligent monitoring
system for waste recycling and environmental remediation, and
fostering a low-carbon renewable energy based bioeconomy. Discusses
the need for review of existing guidelines on chlorine disinfectant
usage for enhanced water quality
Explores how antiviral nanomaterials can be used in developing
targeted drug delivery practices and enable pharmaceutical
industries to reformulate available drugs on market Covers
immunization, imaging, and drug delivery and features various case
studies on managing viral diseases Addresses synthesis protocols
and recent developments by performing physicochemistry on virion
substrate, hybrid viral networks, and multilayered arrays thus
enabling R&D experts to study and successfully instigate
cutting-edge technologies unique to viruses Discusses current and
near future applications of antiviral nanomaterials and their
activity in drug delivery systems Describes the role of
nanotechnology in prevention, detection, and treatment of COVID-19
Investigates the role of antiviral nanodrugs play in human and
animal body systems and in major viral disease types.
Applications of Essential Oils in the Food Industry delivers
detailed information on the application of essential oils derived
from underutilized crops and herbs for the development,
preservation, and safety of food products. The book covers
post-harvest fruits and vegetables and their adjuvant and
plasticizers when applied as an edible coating, as well as their
mechanism of action as preservatives for foods, such as fish,
meats, and yogurts. The book highlights the use of essential oils
as anti-microbials, bio-preservatives, and antioxidants, and also
examines their effectiveness against several food borne pathogens
and in enhancing the aroma of food products.
Today, the agriculture industry is confronted with simultaneous
issues of how to fully embrace mass production of safer food in
terms of both quality and quantity. Most industries are concerned
with avoiding significant levels of soil pollution and
environmental threats as a result of the excessive and harmful use
of synthetic products on crops. Therefore, there is a need to adopt
sustainable technological innovations that can ensure the
sustainability of agricultural production systems. Microbial
Biostimulants for Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental
Bioremediation discusses the benefits, challenges, and practical
applications of eco-friendly biotechnological techniques using
biostimulants derived from beneficial microorganisms. The chapters
cover the use of these organisms to increase crop production,
enhance soil fertility and maintain soil health, create crop and
plant tolerance to different abiotic stressors, release required
nutrients to the soil, increase resistance to plant
pathogens/pests, improve nutrient use efficiency of crops, and
rejuvenate polluted environments. FEATURES Explores the
physiological, morpho-anatomical, and biochemical molecular plant
rejoinders involved in stimulating crop productivity Provides
information on the physiological, cellular, and molecular modes of
action underlying microbial biostimulant interfaces Summarizes
methods and approaches for executing microbial stimulant technology
Outlines numerous environmental management and remediation
strategies This book is an ideal resource for researchers,
engineers, and academics working in soil science, crop science,
water remediation, microbiology, and biotechnology.
NEXT-GENERATION ALGAE This book brings together experts in relevant
fields to describe the successful application of algae and their
derivatives in agriculture, improving agricultural sustainability,
harvesting and processing, food security, fishery, aquafarming,
agriculture pollution, and state-of-the-art developments of algae
in commercial and agriculture utilization. This book provides
up-to-date and cutting-edge information on the application of algae
in producing sustainable solutions to various challenges that arise
from an increase in agricultural production, as well as its
utilization in the bioremediation of industrial wastewater.
Moreover, the book provides detailed information about the recent
advancements in smart microalgae wastewater treatment using
Internet of Things (IoT) and edge computing applications. Other
topics covered include the use of microalgae in various
applications; the use of algae to remove arsenic; algae’s role in
plastic biodegradation, heavy metal bioremediation, and toxicity
removal from industrial wastewater; the application of DNA transfer
techniques in algae; the use of algae as food and in the production
of food, ascorbic acid, health food, supplements, and food
surrogates; relevant biostimulants and biofertilizers that could be
derived from cyanobacterials and their role in sustainable
agriculture; and algae’s application in the effective production
of biofuels and bioenergy. Audience This book is aimed at a diverse
audience including professionals, scientists, environmentalists,
industrialists, researchers, innovators, and policymakers who have
an interest in bioremediation technologies for extremely polluted
environments, especially in water, air, and soil.
Reviews technological advances in microbial biotechnology for
sustainable agriculture using artificial intelligence and molecular
biology approach Provides information on the fusion between
microbial biotechnology and agriculture Specifies the influence of
climate changes on livestock, agriculture, environment Discusses
sustainable agriculture for food security and poverty alleviation
Explores current biotechnology advances in food and agriculture
sectors for sustainable crop production
Explains the key principles of artificial intelligence and sensor
technologies suitable for a food industry-based audience Introduces
case studies/specific examples that can show the benefit of such
technologies compared to current approaches Discusses issues around
food safety, labeling and traceability and how sensing and AI can
help to resolve issues Shows the current state of food
manufacturing and outlines future perspectives Delivers a practical
handbook and introduction to food engineers, technologists and
process engineers on the benefits and challenges around modern
manufacturing systems following Industry 4.0 approaches.
Presents concrete and extensive information about a basic and
applied aspect of plant oxylipins as well as expanded coverage of
signaling mechanisms. Highlights the fundamental concepts of the
biosynthesis, metabolism, structural biochemistry, and signaling
pathway of oxylipins. Details the state-of-the-art methods and
techniques in metabolic profiling of oxylipins in plants. Presents
insights on computational applications in the evaluation and study
of oxylipins in plants
Emphasizes recent advances in biotechnologies that could ameliorate
the high level global food and nutrition insecurity through plant
and animal genetics, breeding, as well as genomics Provides
detailed information towards harnessing indigenous bio-resources
for food and nutrition security and climate change adaptation
Introduces new frontiers in the area of genomics most especially
their relevant applications in crop and animal breeding Reviews
biotechniques that could enhance plant genetic resources
conservation and utilization Discusses current biotechnological
approaches to exploit genetic resources including the development
of synthetic hexaploid wheat (SHW) for crop adaptation to the
increasingly changing global climate
An Introduction to the Microbiome in Health and Diseases covers the
compositional structure and roles of the human microbiome in health
and disease. Sections discuss and foundational content, from bench
to bedside in microbiology to trigger more in-depth knowledge and
provide updated findings on today's hottest topic–the
microbiome. The book translates current findings of studies
into clinical practice. Other sections give updates on the role of
microbiome in health and several diseases, the impact of diet,
exercise and gut microbiome, the plant microbiome, non-infectious
environmental agents and autoimmunity.
Nanobiotechnology for Bioremediation: Fundamentals and Mechanisms
provides detailed information on nanomaterial applications for the
bioremediation of a heavily contaminated environment. Relevant
information is provided on the application of nanofibers, nanoscale
zero-valent iron (nZVI), nanocomposites, carbon nanotubes for
rejuvenation of a heavy environment from different pollutants, such
as heavy metals, chlorinated compounds, organic compounds,
polyaromatic hydrocarbon, and hydrocarbons. The book also explores
the application of nanomaterials as a sustainable green solution
that help prevent various high levels of contamination in the
environment. Each chapter addresses the application of
nanomaterials as a sustainable tool for managing innumerable
environmental challenges. This helps readers translate their
research findings into sustainable innovations to resolve their
immediate environmental challenges.
Nanobiotechnology for the Livestock Industry: Animal Health and
Nutrition delivers a multidisciplinary reference of
nanobiotechnology applications in various sectors, including
farming practices, healthcare and breeding practices, market and
economic analysis/benefits, biosafety, regulation, and more. The
book explores nanobiotechnology's role in livestock handling,
including hygiene maintenance and feed/nutrient delivery. The book
also examines nanobiotechnology's role in maintaining nutrient
quality in food products, and covers healthcare practices utilizing
nanobiotechnology, such as maintaining and monitoring livestock
health, diagnosis and treatment of disease, monitoring drug
delivery, optimizing breeding patterns, and cryopreservation of
sperm and eggs.
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