The elimination of a wide range of pollutants and wastes from the environment is an absolute requirement is an absolute requirement to promote a sustainable development of our society with low environmental impact. Biological processes play a major role in the removal of contaminants and they take advantage of the astonishing catabolic versatility of microorganisms to degrade /convert such compounds. Interest in the microbial biodegradation of pollutants has intensified in recent years as humanity strives to find sustainable ways to cleanup contaminated environments.
The present book includes authoritative information on biological control of environmental pollution. The fundamental principles have been illustrated in detail along with modern trends and techniques. The book is a veritable mine of information which can be of great value to researchers, environmentalists, policy planners and students.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR P N Prasad
P.N. Prasad, born and brought up in Patna, Bihar is a famous environmentalist and a seasoned teacher. He has had a brilliant academic record. He completed his B.Sc. (Zoology) with a first division and M.Sc. (Botany) also with a first division. He teaches and does research in molecular biology, biochemistry and environmental science.He has worked as editor-in-chief in some leading journals of biotechnology and environmental science and consults for several biotechnology companies. He has published many research papers in professional journals of repute and about five outstanding books.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR T R Amarnath
T.R. Amarnath, a renowned educationist, a seasoned teacher-trainer and a well-known environmentalist, has had a brilliant academic record. He has over three decades of professional standing. He has worked with various pedagogical institutes and has participated in many national and international conferences.He is author of many books on science and environmental education, and is a leader in the development of constructivist-based teacher education programmes and professional development seminars for teachers of science. He is widely travelled and is committed to the protection of the planet Earth.
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