Bacterial Community Structure of Activated Sludge Processes

This book emphasizes the significance of molecular genomics and molecular biology techniques in analyzing microbial communities in wastewater treatment plants to address environmental pollutants. It provides a comprehensive overview of advanced molecular technologies for studying microbial communities and their structure in activated sludge processes.

Format: Hardback
Length: 196 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2022
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc

This book emphasizes the significance of molecular genomics and molecular biology techniques in addressing the challenges faced by industrialists operating wastewater treatment plants, particularly in the face of the growing number of environmental pollutants. Current knowledge of the microbial communities within biological wastewater treatment reactors remains incomplete due to limitations of traditional culture-based techniques and despite the emergence of recent physico-chemical and biological approaches. To overcome these limitations, this book provides a comprehensive overview of advanced molecular technologies for analyzing the microbial communities in wastewater treatment reactors. By gaining a deeper understanding of these communities, it aims to help resolve the issue of environmental pollutants effectively.

The book will delve into the application of various molecular tools to investigate the composition and structure of microbial communities in activated sludge processes. It will discuss the use of molecular techniques such as DNA sequencing, metagenomics, and microbiome analysis to unravel the complex interactions and dynamics within these ecosystems. The authors will showcase case studies and practical examples from real-world wastewater treatment plants, highlighting the successful implementation of molecular technologies in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of wastewater treatment processes.

Furthermore, the book will address the challenges and limitations associated with traditional culture-based techniques and discuss the advantages of molecular approaches in overcoming them. It will explore the potential of molecular technologies to identify new microbial species and strains that can enhance wastewater treatment performance, as well as to develop innovative and sustainable treatment strategies.

By providing a comprehensive and up-to-date perspective on molecular genomics and molecular biology techniques in wastewater treatment, this book aims to serve as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers involved in the field. It will help advance our understanding of microbial communities and their role in environmental sustainability, and contribute to the development of more efficient and effective wastewater treatment solutions.

ISBN-13: 9781685076764