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Microbiological Interventions in Microplastics Remediation
Harshita Jain (Edited by), Jain (Author), Maulin P. Shah (Edited by)
9781394384709, Wiley
Hardback, published 23 June 2026
560 pages
25 x 15 x 1.5 cm, 0.666 kg
Master the latest advancements in microbial degradation pathways and enzymatic breakdown with this definitive guide to overcoming the scalability and cost limitations of conventional microplastic removal. Microplastic pollution has emerged as a significant environmental challenge over the past few decades, largely due to the rapid expansion of plastic production and inadequate waste management systems. These microscopic plastic particles infiltrate marine, freshwater, and terrestrial ecosystems, impacting biodiversity, food chains, and even human health. Conventional approaches to addressing microplastic contamination, such as filtration, chemical degradation, and mechanical removal, have limitations in scalability, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. In response, the field of environmental microbiology and biotechnology has advanced significantly, offering promising solutions for plastic waste degradation. This book provides a comprehensive examination of the role of microbiology in mitigating microplastic pollution. It explores the intricate interactions between microplastics and microbial communities, highlighting cutting-edge research on microbial degradation pathways, enzymatic breakdown, and the potential for bioengineered solutions. The book is structured to provide a balanced blend of fundamental principles, recent scientific advancements, and practical applications in the field of microplastic bioremediation. By integrating knowledge from environmental microbiology, polymer chemistry, and sustainability sciences, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, academicians, environmental policymakers, and industry professionals seeking sustainable solutions to plastic pollution.
List of Figures xxiii Part I: Understanding Microplastics and Their Environmental Impact 1 1 Introduction to Microplastic Pollution 3 2 Microplastics in Aquatic and Terrestrial Ecosystems 27 3 Health and Environmental Risks of Microplastics 73 Part II: Microbial Interactions with Microplastics 111 4 Biofilm-Driven Microbial Colonization and Plastic Degradation: Insights into Quorum Sensing and Extremophilic Adaptations 113 5 Microbial Communities on Microplastics Highlights Microbial Diversity and Metabolic Role 139 6 Microbial Architects: Colonization, Biofilms, and Their Role in Biodegradation 165 7 Microbial Colonization and Biofilm Formation on Microplastics 195 8 The Plastisphere Paradigm: Biofilm-Microplastic Interactions and Microbial Community Dynamics in Natural Ecosystems 207 Part III: Microbial Solutions for Microplastic Remediation 225 9 Enzymatic Biodegradation of PET Plastics: PETase as a Key Catalyst in Microbial Remediation 227 10 The Consortia-Based Bioremediation: Emerging Research and Future Prospects 263 11 Microbial Enzymes Involved in Plastic Degradation 303 12 Genetically Engineered Microorganisms for Microplastic Degradation 325 Part IV: Challenges, Policies, and Future Perspectives 363 13 Challenges and Limitations of Microbial Biodegradation 365 14 Toxicological and Systemic Health Effects of Microplastics in Humans: Mechanisms, Exposure, and Emerging Concerns 391 15 An Overview of Microplastics' Impact on Health and the Environment 417 16 Policy and Regulatory Frameworks for Microplastic Management 437 17 Microplastics in the Environment: Microbial Biodegradation and Enzymatic Interventions 469 References 495
List of Tables xxix
Foreword xxxi
Preface xxxiii
Acknowledgements xxxv
Harshita Jain and Maulin P. Shah
Kalpesh Solanki and Sagar Harwani
Sagar Harwani and Kalpesh Solanki
Anjali, Parvesh Kumar, Kanti Prakash Sharma and Vidyullatha Peddireddy
Mehara Nijamudeen, Ritu Shepherd and Jesse Joel Thathapudi
Yogesh Kumar, Parwez Ahmad and Mayank Bhushan
Lenin Kumar Bompalli and Lokeswari Nallabilli
Sowmya Kumaravel
Arpitha Balakrishnan, Jeena Gupta and Ashish Vyas
Anamika Singh, Indira P. Sarethy and Ekta Bhatt
Bhumit Chavda and Yash Babaria
Bhumit Chavda, Rahilkumar Brahmbhatt, Akshara Yesodharan, Shivangi Parmar and Kapil Kumar
Dharmistha Parmar, Aishwarya Varadiya and Bhumit Chavda
Elkhatim Hassan Abdelgadir and Sachil Kumar
Ivan Aranha
Naveen Kumar, Jyoti Kumari and Sugandha Aachhera
Nilamba Basiya and Abhijeet Joshi
Index 509
Subject Areas: The environment [RN]
