Microbiology of Environmental Waste Management

Dear Colleagues,

One of the most pressing issues today is ensuring the long-term health of the planet’s ecosystems. The continuous release of harmful waste and contaminants as a result of industrialization and urbanization poses the greatest threat to humanity directly in the short and long term, and places incredible pressure on natural resources. Waste generation correlates positively with economic development in both developed and developing countries. It is imperative that we take action now to restore our polluted ecosystem to a healthy and habitable state for future generations. The potential role of microorganisms in pollution control is promising, but largely overlooked. Due to their distinct characteristics, microorganisms can be effectively harnessed for environmental rehabilitation. The bioremediation of contaminated sites and biodegradation are two processes that microorganisms can aid tremendously. For instance, microorganisms are used in tandem with nanotechnology to efficiently treat contaminated radioactive wastes. In addition, microorganisms can be genetically modified to increase their efficiency in bioremediation efforts. Environmental waste management is thus an exciting and challenging area of science and engineering. The goal of microbiological approaches to environmental pollution management is to address a wide range of issues related to environmental pollution that impact people all over the world. When it comes to microbiology, environmental pollution management has two main focal points: human health and safety from potentially harmful microorganisms, and the bioremediation of extremely polluted environments. The prevention of pollution within the environment requires contributions from both the science and engineering communities.

Dr. Ramganesh Selvarajan
Dr. Timothy Sibanda
Prof. Dr. Chioma Blaise Chikere
Guest Editors

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