Microbial Bioprocesses: Applications and Perspectives

Microbial processes are used in various industries, such as food, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, energy, and materials. New or more efficient industrial processes involving microorganisms have been developed, yielding purer, less expensive products or substances. Microbial Bioprocesses aims to provide an overview of established and successful processes and discuss the trends and perspectives in industrial microbiology, which is becoming an area of innovation and emerging technologies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 390 pages
Publication date: 21 April 2023
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

Microbial processes play a vital role in various industries, including food, chemical, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, energy, and materials. Over the past two decades, innovative industrial processes involving microorganisms have emerged, resulting in the production of purer, more affordable products and substances that were previously unattainable through classical chemical methods. The field of microbial bioprocesses aims to provide a comprehensive overview of established and successful processes while also exploring the emerging trends and perspectives in industrial microbiology. This field, in conjunction with significant advancements in genetic and metabolic engineering, has once again become a hub of innovation and cutting-edge technologies.

Microbial Bioprocesses delves into specialized areas such as microbial volatiles (MVOCs), the development of microbial bioinoculants, the production of bacterial nanocelluloses, and the utilization of fungi and actinobacteria for remediation purposes. These areas represent emerging fields of research and development, offering potential solutions to various industrial challenges.

By harnessing the power of microorganisms, industries can achieve sustainable and efficient production processes. Microbial bioprocesses contribute to the reduction of environmental impact, the optimization of resource utilization, and the development of safer and more effective products. As research in this field continues to progress, it is anticipated that microbial bioprocesses will play an increasingly significant role in meeting the growing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions across a wide range of industries.

Weight: 780g
Dimension: 235 x 193 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323953320