
Development in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes: Microbiome in Ecosystem
A Sustainable Approach for Wastewater Treatment
Elsevier (Publisher)
Published on 19. December 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
534 pages
978-0-443-36552-2 (ISBN)
Description
Microbiome in Ecosystem: A Sustainable Approach for Wastewater Treatment: Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes delves deeply into the pioneering use of microbiome for the sustainable treatment of waste water. The book examines the biochemical, physicochemical, and molecular pathways of microbes involved in waste water treatment processes, elucidating their indispensable contributions to environmental preservation and sustainable development. From the exploration of microbiome-generated nanoparticles to the discourse on bioengineering methodologies and the synthesis of bioactive metabolites and enzymes, the book provides a thorough analysis of state-of-the-art techniques and advancements in the field. The book reveals invaluable insights into the microbiome of diverse ecosystems, including their multifaceted functions, interactions, and the underlying molecular, genetic, and biochemical processes relevant to waste water treatment. Emphasizing global challenges and offering forward-looking perspectives, the book serves as an essential reference for students, researchers, scientists, and professionals across various disciplines such as biotechnology, microbiology, environmental science, and waste treatment engineering.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Philadelphia
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
Weight
450 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-443-36552-2 (9780443365522)
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Development in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes: Microbiome in Ecosystem
A Sustainable Approach for Wastewater Treatment
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Dr. Maulin P. Shah is a distinguished environmental scientist, academician, and globally recognized expert in the fields of environmental biotechnology and sustainable
wastewater treatment. He has made significant contributions to advancing eco-friendly
technologies for pollution control, particularly through innovative biological treatment processes. Dr. Shah holds extensive academic and research experience, with a strong focus on
industrial wastewater treatment, bioremediation, and microalgae-based technologies. His work emphasizes the integration of sustainability principles with practical engineering solutions, helping industries reduce their environmental footprint.
Remarkably, Dr. Shah has edited over 300+ books covering a wide spectrum of cutting-edge domains, including industrial wastewater microbiology, bioremediation, biodegradation, algal biotechnology, biofuel, bioenergy, circular economy, metagenomics related to wastewater treatment, and enzyme engineering. This exceptional editorial contribution reflects his deep expertise and unparalleled commitment to advancing global knowledge in environmental science.
Over the years, he has also authored and contributed to numerous high-impact
research papers and scholarly books published by reputed international publishers. His
publications are widely cited and serve as essential references for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals worldwide.
He is actively associated as an Editorial Board Member in more than 30 high-reputed
international journals affiliated with leading organizations and publishers such as
International Water Association, American Chemical Society, Royal Society of Chemistry,
Elsevier, Springer, Taylor & Francis, Wiley, IOP Publishing, Apple Academic Press,
Scrivener Publishing, and Bentham Science Publishers. His extensive editorial involvement
highlights his leadership and recognition in the global scientific community.
Dr. Shah is widely recognized for his collaborative research with leading scientists
across the globe, promoting interdisciplinary solutions to complex environmental challenges.
His work effectively bridges the gap between fundamental research and real-world industrial
applications. In addition to his research excellence, he has been invited as a keynote speaker at numerous national and international conferences, where he shares valuable insights on sustainable development, wastewater management, and environmental innovation. He is also deeply committed to mentoring students and young researchers, fostering academic growth and inspiring future leaders in environmental science and engineering.
Beyond academia, Dr. Shah contributes to industry-oriented solutions and policy-
relevant research aimed at environmental protection, resource recovery, and sustainable
development. Through his relentless dedication and visionary approach, Dr. Maulin P. Shah
has established himself as a leading authority in environmental sustainability, committed to
building a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. Dr. Deepanwita Deka received her B.Sc. degree (2009) and M.Sc. degree (2011) in Botany with specialization Microbiology from Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam, India. She earned her M.Phil. and Ph.D. degree in 2013 and 2020 respectively from Microbial Ecology Laboratory, Department of Botany, Gauhati University. She efficiently worked on Plant and Pharmaceutical microbiology during her M.Phil. and Ph.D. research. She is an active researcher and her research interests cover mainly Plant-microbe interactions, Agricultural microbiology, Pharmaceutical microbiology, Environmental Microbiology, Bioremediation, Myco-Nanoparticles etc. Dr. Deka received many scholarships, awards and fellowship during her education. She has many publications in different National and International Journals and Books (Elsevier, Springer, CRC Press etc.) on various aspects of microbiology covering her interests. She is the editor of 3 books international repute (1 Elsevier and 2 Springer).
wastewater treatment. He has made significant contributions to advancing eco-friendly
technologies for pollution control, particularly through innovative biological treatment processes. Dr. Shah holds extensive academic and research experience, with a strong focus on
industrial wastewater treatment, bioremediation, and microalgae-based technologies. His work emphasizes the integration of sustainability principles with practical engineering solutions, helping industries reduce their environmental footprint.
Remarkably, Dr. Shah has edited over 300+ books covering a wide spectrum of cutting-edge domains, including industrial wastewater microbiology, bioremediation, biodegradation, algal biotechnology, biofuel, bioenergy, circular economy, metagenomics related to wastewater treatment, and enzyme engineering. This exceptional editorial contribution reflects his deep expertise and unparalleled commitment to advancing global knowledge in environmental science.
Over the years, he has also authored and contributed to numerous high-impact
research papers and scholarly books published by reputed international publishers. His
publications are widely cited and serve as essential references for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals worldwide.
He is actively associated as an Editorial Board Member in more than 30 high-reputed
international journals affiliated with leading organizations and publishers such as
International Water Association, American Chemical Society, Royal Society of Chemistry,
Elsevier, Springer, Taylor & Francis, Wiley, IOP Publishing, Apple Academic Press,
Scrivener Publishing, and Bentham Science Publishers. His extensive editorial involvement
highlights his leadership and recognition in the global scientific community.
Dr. Shah is widely recognized for his collaborative research with leading scientists
across the globe, promoting interdisciplinary solutions to complex environmental challenges.
His work effectively bridges the gap between fundamental research and real-world industrial
applications. In addition to his research excellence, he has been invited as a keynote speaker at numerous national and international conferences, where he shares valuable insights on sustainable development, wastewater management, and environmental innovation. He is also deeply committed to mentoring students and young researchers, fostering academic growth and inspiring future leaders in environmental science and engineering.
Beyond academia, Dr. Shah contributes to industry-oriented solutions and policy-
relevant research aimed at environmental protection, resource recovery, and sustainable
development. Through his relentless dedication and visionary approach, Dr. Maulin P. Shah
has established himself as a leading authority in environmental sustainability, committed to
building a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. Dr. Deepanwita Deka received her B.Sc. degree (2009) and M.Sc. degree (2011) in Botany with specialization Microbiology from Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam, India. She earned her M.Phil. and Ph.D. degree in 2013 and 2020 respectively from Microbial Ecology Laboratory, Department of Botany, Gauhati University. She efficiently worked on Plant and Pharmaceutical microbiology during her M.Phil. and Ph.D. research. She is an active researcher and her research interests cover mainly Plant-microbe interactions, Agricultural microbiology, Pharmaceutical microbiology, Environmental Microbiology, Bioremediation, Myco-Nanoparticles etc. Dr. Deka received many scholarships, awards and fellowship during her education. She has many publications in different National and International Journals and Books (Elsevier, Springer, CRC Press etc.) on various aspects of microbiology covering her interests. She is the editor of 3 books international repute (1 Elsevier and 2 Springer).
Editor
Environmental Microbiology Consultant, Gujarat, India
Department of Botany, S.B.Deorah College, Assam, India
Content
1. Microbiome As A Green Technology To Treat Wastewater For Sustainable Development
2. Microbiome: A Green Technology for Sustainable Wastewater Treatment
3. Role of microbes in the remediation of contaminated water
4. Microbiome For Remediation of Contaminated Water
5. Harnessing The Microbiome: An Innovative Solutions For Water contamination Remediation
6. Microbiome to Alleviate Aquatic Ecosystem Contamination
7. Remediation of Aromatic Compounds In Wastewater: Microbiome & Metabolic Diversity
8. Nano particles produced by microbes utilizing Sewage Sludge
9. Strategies to develop Green Synthesis of Metallic and Bi - Metallic Nano particles by Using Carica papaya Leaf Extract and Clove Extract for Wastewater Treatment, Specially Dye Degradation
10. Biochemical Mechanisms of Treatment of Contaminated Water In An Ecosystem
11. Microbial Metabolomics in Wastewater Treatment: Insights and Innovations
12. Metabolomics of the extremophilic microbiome: An insight in microbial waste water treatment
13. Molecular and genetic basis of microbiome for remediation of waste or contaminated water in the ecosystem
14. Applications of Metagenomics and Metagenome-assembled Genomes (MAGs) in Optimization of Sustainable Waste Water Treatment System
15. Microbiome enzymology for waste water treatment
16. Microbial Lipases as a Sustainable Solution for Wastewater Treatment
17. Microbiome enzymes: A sustainable and robust biocatalytic tool for industrial wastewater treatment
18. Microbiome enzymology for wastewater treatment: Counterbalancing toxicity for sustainability
19. Application of microbial community for Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Leachate Treatment and Resource Recovery
20. Applications of Membrane Bioreactors (MBRs)
21. Advanced Wastewater Treatment technologies and the Spectrum of Recovered Value-added Products
22. Application of Geographic information System (GIS) technology in Microbial waste water treatment
2. Microbiome: A Green Technology for Sustainable Wastewater Treatment
3. Role of microbes in the remediation of contaminated water
4. Microbiome For Remediation of Contaminated Water
5. Harnessing The Microbiome: An Innovative Solutions For Water contamination Remediation
6. Microbiome to Alleviate Aquatic Ecosystem Contamination
7. Remediation of Aromatic Compounds In Wastewater: Microbiome & Metabolic Diversity
8. Nano particles produced by microbes utilizing Sewage Sludge
9. Strategies to develop Green Synthesis of Metallic and Bi - Metallic Nano particles by Using Carica papaya Leaf Extract and Clove Extract for Wastewater Treatment, Specially Dye Degradation
10. Biochemical Mechanisms of Treatment of Contaminated Water In An Ecosystem
11. Microbial Metabolomics in Wastewater Treatment: Insights and Innovations
12. Metabolomics of the extremophilic microbiome: An insight in microbial waste water treatment
13. Molecular and genetic basis of microbiome for remediation of waste or contaminated water in the ecosystem
14. Applications of Metagenomics and Metagenome-assembled Genomes (MAGs) in Optimization of Sustainable Waste Water Treatment System
15. Microbiome enzymology for waste water treatment
16. Microbial Lipases as a Sustainable Solution for Wastewater Treatment
17. Microbiome enzymes: A sustainable and robust biocatalytic tool for industrial wastewater treatment
18. Microbiome enzymology for wastewater treatment: Counterbalancing toxicity for sustainability
19. Application of microbial community for Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Leachate Treatment and Resource Recovery
20. Applications of Membrane Bioreactors (MBRs)
21. Advanced Wastewater Treatment technologies and the Spectrum of Recovered Value-added Products
22. Application of Geographic information System (GIS) technology in Microbial waste water treatment