{"product_id":"microbiological-interventions-in-microplastics-remediation-hardback-9781394384709","title":"Microbiological Interventions in Microplastics Remediation (Hardback) 9781394384709","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eMicrobiological Interventions in Microplastics Remediation\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eHarshita Jain (Edited by), Jain (Author), Maulin P. Shah (Edited by)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394384709, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 23 June 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e560 pages\u003cbr\u003e25 x 15 x 1.5 cm, 0.666 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster 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.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicroplastic 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eList of Figures xxiii\u003cbr\u003eList of Tables xxix\u003cbr\u003eForeword xxxi\u003cbr\u003ePreface xxxiii\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgements xxxv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Understanding Microplastics and Their Environmental Impact 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Introduction to Microplastic Pollution 3\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eHarshita Jain and Maulin P. Shah\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Microplastics in Aquatic and Terrestrial Ecosystems 27\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKalpesh Solanki and Sagar Harwani\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Health and Environmental Risks of Microplastics 73\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSagar Harwani and Kalpesh Solanki\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Microbial Interactions with Microplastics 111\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Biofilm-Driven Microbial Colonization and Plastic Degradation: Insights into Quorum Sensing and Extremophilic Adaptations 113\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnjali, Parvesh Kumar, Kanti Prakash Sharma and Vidyullatha Peddireddy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Microbial Communities on Microplastics Highlights Microbial Diversity and Metabolic Role 139\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eMehara Nijamudeen, Ritu Shepherd and Jesse Joel Thathapudi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Microbial Architects: Colonization, Biofilms, and Their Role in Biodegradation 165\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eYogesh Kumar, Parwez Ahmad and Mayank Bhushan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Microbial Colonization and Biofilm Formation on Microplastics 195\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLenin Kumar Bompalli and Lokeswari Nallabilli\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 The Plastisphere Paradigm: Biofilm-Microplastic Interactions and Microbial Community Dynamics in Natural Ecosystems 207\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSowmya Kumaravel\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Microbial Solutions for Microplastic Remediation 225\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Enzymatic Biodegradation of PET Plastics: PETase as a Key Catalyst in Microbial Remediation 227\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eArpitha Balakrishnan, Jeena Gupta and Ashish Vyas\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 The Consortia-Based Bioremediation: Emerging Research and Future Prospects 263\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnamika Singh, Indira P. Sarethy and Ekta Bhatt\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Microbial Enzymes Involved in Plastic Degradation 303\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBhumit Chavda and Yash Babaria\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Genetically Engineered Microorganisms for Microplastic Degradation 325\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBhumit Chavda, Rahilkumar Brahmbhatt, Akshara Yesodharan, Shivangi Parmar and Kapil Kumar\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Challenges, Policies, and Future Perspectives 363\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Challenges and Limitations of Microbial Biodegradation 365\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eDharmistha Parmar, Aishwarya Varadiya and Bhumit Chavda\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 Toxicological and Systemic Health Effects of Microplastics in Humans: Mechanisms, Exposure, and Emerging Concerns 391\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eElkhatim Hassan Abdelgadir and Sachil Kumar\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 An Overview of Microplastics' Impact on Health and the Environment 417\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eIvan Aranha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 Policy and Regulatory Frameworks for Microplastic Management 437\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eNaveen Kumar, Jyoti Kumari and Sugandha Aachhera\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17 Microplastics in the Environment: Microbial Biodegradation and Enzymatic Interventions 469\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eNilamba Basiya and Abhijeet Joshi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 495\u003cbr\u003eIndex 509\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: The environment [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on The environment\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22The%20environment%20%5BRN%5D%22\"\u003eRN\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Wiley-Scrivener","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52433828348184,"sku":"9781394384709","price":171.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394384709.jpg?v=1784854482","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/microbiological-interventions-in-microplastics-remediation-hardback-9781394384709","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}