Handbook of Microbial Nanotechnology

An all-inclusive, multidisciplinary reference for researchers and scientists who are searching for new and advanced applications of microbial nanotechnology

Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain (Edited by)

9780128234266, Elsevier Science

Paperback, published 24 March 2022

588 pages
23.5 x 19 x 3.6 cm, 1.22 kg

Handbook of Microbial Nanotechnology is a collection of the most recent scientific advancements in the fundamental application of microbial nanotechnology across various sectors. This comprehensive handbook highlights the vast subject areas of microbial nanotechnology and its potential applications in food, pharmacology, water, environmental remediation, etc. This book will serve as an excellent reference handbook for researchers and students in the food sciences, materials sciences, biotechnology, microbiology and in the pharmaceutical fields.

Microbial nanotechnology is taking part in creating development and innovation in various sectors. Despite the participation of microbial nanotechnology in modern development, there are some hindrances. The lack of information, the possibility of adverse impacts on the environment, human health, safety and sustainability are still a challenge. This handbook addresses these challenges.

1. Characterisation of Microbial nanotechnology

Part I: Microbial and related synthesis of nanomaterials
2. Green synthesis of nanomaterials

Part II: Microbial nanotechnology in food Industry
3. Food packaging
4. Antimicrobial packaging
5. Microbial Polymer nanocomposite

Part III: Microbial nanotechnology in diagnostic methods
6. Pathogen identification through surface marker recognition

Part IV: Microbial nanotechnology for Environmental Remediation and Water resources
7. Enzyme incorporated nanotechnology in wastewater treatment
8. Microbes incorporated nanomaterials for water purification
9. Nanosensors for pathogens and contamination detection
10. Green nanotechnology for Environment

Part V: Microbial Nanotechnology: utilization of atomic force microscopy
11. Atomic force microscopy with Microbial Nanotechnology
12. Flow cytometry
13. Raman spectroscopy

Part VI: Microbial Nanotechnology: Imaging growth and division of cells
13. Microbial Nanotechnology in energy devices
14. Nanoparticle Facilitated Electron Transfer in Microbial Fuel Cells

Part VII: ELSI and Safety Issues of Microbial Nanotechnology
15. Regulations and Risk Assessment of Microbial Green nanotechnology
16. Toxicity of Microbial nanotechnology

Part VIII: Sustainable Future and Microbial Nanotechnology
17. Modern Society and Microbial nanotechnology
18. Future of Microbial Green nanotechnology

Subject Areas: Food & beverage technology [TDCT], Biotechnology [TCB]