Resource and Environmental Microbiology (Modern Microbiology Series)

Author: National Development and Reform Commission of the People's Republic of China
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: This book is a part of the "Modern Microbial Technology Series." It systematically discusses the application technologies of resource and environmental microorganisms—microorganisms that contribute to improving human life and survival—in fields such as agriculture, energy, and environmental protection. It first provides a brief introduction to the concepts, research content, and development trends of resource and environmental microorganisms, and elaborates in detail on the important role of renewable raw materials like biomass in their utilization. Then, it thoroughly explores the theoretical background, research history, technical key points, typical products, existing issues, and development prospects of various beneficial microorganisms and enzymes in areas such as cellulose resource utilization, metallurgical industry, petroleum industry, environmentally friendly products, and bioremediation of polluted environments. This book combines the latest advancements in molecular biology, engineered microorganism modification, and enzyme transformation with traditional industrial process improvements, aiming to highlight its operability and practicality. It collects and organizes a wealth of research and practical materials from the author's institution and domestic and international research organizations, making it rich in content and providing readers with more references and actionable insights. This book is suitable for project development personnel in industries such as agriculture, environment, energy, and textiles involved in bioresource utilization, as well as researchers engaged in biological and microbial application technology research.