Download or read book Microbiology and Parasitology for Environmental Engineering written by Charles Monterio and published by Discovery Publishing House (India). This book was released on 2024-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on the practical understanding of microorganisms in civil and environmental engineering processes. It is designed for environmental engineers who work in wastewater treatment, solid waste treatment, soil remediation, and ground improvement. The chapters in the book are written by prominent leaders and scientists in the field of environmental microbiology and microbial technologies. The book provides insight into the functions of microorganisms in environmental engineering systems and their role in solving environmental pollution problems worldwide. It covers the latest developments in environmental microbiology and microbial technologies, providing readers with up-to-date information and research. Environmental engineers play a critical role in managing and protecting the environment. Microorganisms are essential components of environmental engineering systems, and understanding their functions is crucial for effective environmental management. This book provides valuable information on the use of microorganisms in environmental engineering systems and their role in solving environmental pollution problems.
Download or read book Environmental Microbiology for Engineers written by Volodymyr Ivanov and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book enables engineering students to understand how microbiology can be applied to environmental research and practical applications. Written specifically for senior undergraduate to graduate level civil and environmental engineering students, the textbook encompasses both fundamental and applied principles and covers topics such as the microbiology of water, wastewater, soil, and air biotreatment systems used in environmental engineering. It also covers civil engineering topics such as biocementation, biocorrosion, biofouling and biodeterioration of materials. Suitable for environmental engineers with little to no biology training, this book provides a thoroughly up-to-date introduction to current trends in environmental microbiology and engineering. Microbial classification is represented as a periodic table with theoretical connections between all prokaryotic groups and highlighting their environmental applications. The textbook includes quizzes for each chapter, tutorials and exam questions. A separate solutions manual is available with qualifying course adoption. Combining microbiological knowledge and environmental biotechnology principles in a readable fashion, the book includes topics such as Structures and functions of microbial cell and cell aggregates Applied microbial genetics and molecular biology Diversity and function of microorganisms in environmental engineering systems Environmental bioengineering processes Microbiological monitoring of environmental engineering systems Microbiology of water and wastewater treatment Biocementation and bioc1ogging of soil Biocorrosion of constructions Biodeterioration of materials Biopollution of indoor environment Bioremediation and biotransformation of solid waste and soil Ancillary Instructional Material: Quiz and Exam Bank As an instructor and an active participant in the environmental and civil engineering community, the author has recognized the need for field-specific microbiology instructional material, and has constructed a concise, relevant text for both students and professionals.
Download or read book Microbiology for Environmental Scientists and Engineers written by Anthony F. Gaudy and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1980 with total page 762 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Environmental Pollution Control Microbiology written by Ross E. McKinney and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2004-03-11 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Compiling knowledge gained through more than 50 years of experience in environmental engineering technology, this book illustrates the application of fundamental concepts in microbiology to provide a sound basis for the design and operation of various biological systems used in solving environmental challenges in the air, water, and soil. Environmental Pollution Control Microbiology emphasizes the quantitative relationships of microbial growth and metabolism, beginning an examination of the overall metabolism and resulting growth of bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, rotifers, and other microorganisms and explains how bacteria bring about the stabilization of biodegradable organic pollutants.
Download or read book Environmental Microbiology for Engineers Second Edition written by Volodymyr Ivanov and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2015-11-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book enables engineering students to understand how microbiology can be applied to environmental research and practical applications. Written specifically for senior undergraduate to graduate level civil and environmental engineering students, the textbook encompasses both fundamental and applied principles and covers topics such as the microbiology of water, wastewater, soil and air biotreatment systems used in environmental engineering. This new, updated edition adds three entirely new chapters (environmental bionanotechnology, microbial geotechnology and environmental engineering of closed microbial ecosystems).
Download or read book Lessons in Environmental Microbiology written by Roger Tim Haug and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2019-07-17 with total page 790 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lessons in Environmental Microbiology provides an understanding of the microbial processes used in the environmental engineering and science fields. It examines both basic theory as well as the latest advancements in practical applications, including nutrient removal and recovery, methanogenesis, suspended growth bioreactors, and more. The information is presented in a very user-friendly manner; it is not assumed that readers are already experts in the field. It also offers a brief history of how microbiology relates to sanitary practice, and examines the lessons learned from the great epidemics of the past. Numerous worked example problems are presented in every chapter.
Download or read book Manual of Environmental Microbiology written by Cindy H. Nakatsu and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-08-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The single most comprehensive resource for environmental microbiology Environmental microbiology, the study of the roles that microbes play in all planetary environments, is one of the most important areas of scientific research. The Manual of Environmental Microbiology, Fourth Edition, provides comprehensive coverage of this critical and growing field. Thoroughly updated and revised, the Manual is the definitive reference for information on microbes in air, water, and soil and their impact on human health and welfare. Written in accessible, clear prose, the manual covers four broad areas: general methodologies, environmental public health microbiology, microbial ecology, and biodegradation and biotransformation. This wealth of information is divided into 18 sections each containing chapters written by acknowledged topical experts from the international community. Specifically, this new edition of the Manual Contains completely new sections covering microbial risk assessment, quality control, and microbial source tracking Incorporates a summary of the latest methodologies used to study microorganisms in various environments Synthesizes the latest information on the assessment of microbial presence and microbial activity in natural and artificial environments The Manual of Environmental Microbiology is an essential reference for environmental microbiologists, microbial ecologists, and environmental engineers, as well as those interested in human diseases, water and wastewater treatment, and biotechnology.
Download or read book Microbiology and Chemistry for Environmental Scientists and Engineers written by Jason Birkett and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-01-24 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biological and chemical processes play a key role in the treatment of domestic wastewater and are becoming increasingly important in tackling the problems caused by industrial wastes. The first edition of this popular text focused on microbial systems and wastewater processes that are implemented in a treatment plant. While maintaining this approac
Download or read book Omics for Environmental Engineering and Microbiology Systems written by Vineet Kumar and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2022-11-07 with total page 630 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bioremediation using microbes is a sustainable technology for biodegradation of target compounds, and an omics approach gives more clarity on these microbial communities. This book provides insights into the complex behavior of microbial communities and identifies enzymes/metabolites and their degradation pathways. It describes the application of microbes and their derivatives for the bioremediation of potentially toxic and novel compounds. It highlights the existing technologies along with industrial practices and real-life case studies. Features: Includes recent research and development in the areas of omics and microbial bioremediation. Covers the broad environmental pollution control approaches such as metagenomics, metabolomics, fluxomics, bioremediation, and biodegradation of industrial wastes. Reviews metagenomics and waste management, and recycling for environmental cleanup. Describes the metagenomic methodologies and best practices, from sample collection to data analysis for taxonomies. Explores various microbial degradation pathways and detoxification mechanisms for organic and inorganic contaminants of wastewater with their gene expression. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in environmental engineering, soil remediation, hazardous waste management, environmental modeling, and wastewater treatment.
Download or read book Water Pollution Microbiology written by Ralph Mitchell and published by Wiley-Interscience. This book was released on 1972-01-18 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Augments Volume 1, providing up-to-date microbiological information on causes and control of water pollution. Leading microbiologists and environmental engineers critically evaluate new concepts and techniques and demonstrate the synthesis between microbial ecology and environmental engineering for water pollution control. Examines the role of microorganisms as causitive agents of ecological and public health hazards in natural waters, as indicators of water pollution and as purifying agents.
Download or read book Microbiology in Civil Engineering written by P. Howsam and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2003-09-02 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book highlights those areas of civil engineering where microbiological activities can have a significant impact during design, construction and operation phases of projects.
Download or read book Wastewater Microbiology written by Gabriel Bitton and published by Wiley-Liss. This book was released on 1994-06-01 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wastewater Microbiology In recent years, there has been increased worldwide focus on wastewater and sewage disposal. Environmental, economic, and public health risks associated with wastewater and sewage spills have reached near epidemic proportions and are of global concern. Microbiologists and environmental engineers alike are concerned about the role of microorganisms in water and wastewater treatment as well as the fate of pathogens and parasites in engineered systems. Written for students and professionals alike, Wastewater Microbiology offers a comprehensive, timely exploration of the interface between engineering and microbiology. It provides an assessment of the biotic aspects of wastewater and the various treatment methods available. As an international authority on environmental microbiology and virology, Gabriel Bitton takes the reader from the fundamentals of microbial biology, metabolism, and ecology, through discussions of process microbiology and biotransformations, to a detailed analysis of the epidemiological factors and public health risks associated with wastewater. Wastewater Microbiology emphasizes the practical issues of treatment, disinfection, and remediation, with emphasis on such topics as: Bulking and foaming in activated sludge plants Anaerobic treatment of wastewater and sludge Biological aerosols Pollution control biotechnology Biotransformation of xenobiotics and metals in wastewater treatment plants Toxicity testing in plants using microorganisms Wastewater reuse Accompanying the text are more than 250 photographs, figures, graphs, and tables that help illuminate as well as reinforce the material. With its topical, comprehensive coverage; Wastewater Microbiology cuts across a broad range of disciplines including the environmental sciences, microbiology, public health, and civil engineering. In addition to serving as an excellent textbook for environmental sciences and environmental engineering programs, it will prove to be an essential reference for researchers, administrators, and engineers.
Download or read book Microbiology and Chemistry for Environmental Scientists and Engineers written by J. N. Lester and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Environmental Microbiology written by Ralph Mitchell and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-12-30 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The bestselling reference on environmental microbiology—now in a new edition This is the long-awaited and much-anticipated revision of the bestselling text and reference. Based on the latest information and investigative techniques from molecular biology and genetics, this Second Edition offers an in-depth examination of the role of microbiological processes related to environmental deterioration with an emphasis on the detection and control of environmental contaminants. Its goal is to further our understanding of the complex microbial processes underlying environmental degradation, its detection and control, and ultimately, its prevention. Features new to this edition include: A completely new organization with topics such as pathogens in developing countries, effects of genetically modified crops on microbial communities, and transformations of toxic metals Comprehensive coverage of key topics such as bacteria in the greenhouse and low-energy waste treatment New coverage relating core book content to local, regional, and global environmental problems Environmental Microbiology, Second Edition is essential reading for environmental microbiologists and engineers, general environmental scientists, chemists, and chemical engineers who are interested in key current subjects in environmental microbiology. It is also appropriate as a textbook for courses in environmental science, chemistry, engineering, and microbial ecology at the advanced undergraduate and graduate levels.
Download or read book Cleanroom Microbiology for the Non Microbiologist written by David M. Carlberg and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2004-10-28 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for the professional who has an immediate need for the information but has little or no training in the subject, Cleanroom Microbiology for the Non-Microbiologist, Second Edition introduces principles of microbiology. It explains the consequences of microbiological contamination, what contamination is all about, how microorganisms grow, and how they can be controlled. The author introduces the vocabulary of microbiology and the types, sources, control, and elimination of organisms encountered in the manufacture of sterile products. Beginning with a discussion of the various types of organisms, the text then covers applications for bacterial detection, avoidance of contamination, cleanroom design considerations, and validation of disinfection methods. New topics covered include: International cleanroom standards Application of rapid, automated methods for detecting and identifying microbial contaminants In-depth examination of the role of biofilms in pure water systems Increased coverage of production of therapeutic products derived from live tissues and cells
Download or read book Environmental Microbiology written by Ian L. Pepper and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-08-09 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Environmental Microbiology: A Laboratory Manual is designed to meet the diverse requirements of upper division and graduate-level laboratory sessions in environmental microbiology. The experiments introduce students to the activities of various organisms and the analyses used to study them. The book is organized into three thematic sections: Soil Microbiology, Water Microbiology, and Environmental Biotechnology. The first section includes experiments on the soil as a habitat for microorganisms, and introduces the main types of soil microorganisms, how they interact with the soil, and the techniques used in their analysis. Experiments in the second section cover assays of microbial pathogens--bacteria, viruses, and protozoan parasites--used in food and water quality control as well as an exercise in applied bioremediation of contaminants in water. The final section on biotechnology includes applications of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for the detection of bacteria and the use of enrichment cultures and a computer-based, physiological test bank to isolate and identify a bacterium useful in bioremediation. Designed for maximum versatility and ease of use for both the student and instructor, each experiment is self-contained and includes theoretical, practical, and pedagogical material. * New edition incorporates new experiments and the latest techniques * Designed for maximum versatility and ease of use for the student and instructor * Each experiment is self-contained and includes theoretical, practical, and pedagogical material.
Download or read book Microbiology for Environmental and Public Health Engineers written by Robert M. Sterritt and published by Spon Press. This book was released on 1988 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cloth edition, $50.00.
