| Environmental Biotechnology: Principles and Applications 1996 Edition Contributor(s): Moo-Young, Murray (Editor), Anderson, W. a. (Editor), Chakrabarty, A. M. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0792338774 ISBN-13: 9780792338772 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $313.49 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 1996 Annotation: Biotechnology offers a natural' way of addressing environmental problems, ranging from identification of biohazards to bioremediation techniques for industrial, agricultural and municipal effluents and residues. Biotechnology is also a crucial element in the paradigm of sustainable development'. This collection of 66 papers, by authors from 20 countries spanning 4 continents, addresses many of these issues. The material presented will interest scientists, engineers, and others in industry, government and academia. It incorporates both introductory and advanced aspects of the subject matter, which includes water, air and soil treatment, biosensor and biomonitoring technology, genetic engineering of microorganisms, and policy issues in applying biotechnology to environmental problems. The papers present a variety of aspects ranging from current state-of-the-art research, to examples of applications of these technologies. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Environmental - General - Science | Life Sciences - Ecology - Technology & Engineering | Chemical & Biochemical |
| Dewey: 628.5 |
| LCCN: 95047779 |
| Physical Information: 1.63" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (2.79 lbs) 768 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Ecology |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Biotechnology offers a natural' way of addressing environmental problems, ranging from identification of biohazards to bioremediation techniques for industrial, agricultural and municipal effluents and residues. Biotechnology is also a crucial element in the paradigm of sustainable development'. This collection of 66 papers, by authors from 20 countries spanning 4 continents, addresses many of these issues. The material presented will interest scientists, engineers, and others in industry, government and academia. It incorporates both introductory and advanced aspects of the subject matter, which includes water, air and soil treatment, biosensor and biomonitoring technology, genetic engineering of microorganisms, and policy issues in applying biotechnology to environmental problems. The papers present a variety of aspects ranging from current state-of-the-art research, to examples of applications of these technologies. |
