Microbial biotechnology : basic research and applications

M​icrobial biotechnology is an important area that promotes advanced research into using microbes for value-added products, human nutrition, and the overall wellbeing of society. This book presents the latest information on the use of microbes for sustainable development, and highlights state-of-the-art biotechnological techniques used to harness microbial biotechnological traits on a commercial scale. Gathering contributions from authoritative researchers in the field, it addresses recent advances in microbial biotechnological approaches that offer sustainable options for future generations. Exploring a broad range of microbial products and their uses, the book specifically places emphasis on the application of microorganisms in healthcare, the environment and industry. It also discusses various compound classes derived from microbial metabolites. Pursuing a holistic approach to recent advances in the utilization of various microbes as biotechnological tools, the book also covers traditional uses, and explores emerging strategies to harness their full potential. Accordingly, it offers a valuable resource for researchers and graduate students alike. Front Matter ....Pages i-xiv The Contribution of Microbial Biotechnology for Achieving Sustainable Development (Juhi Sharma, Divakar Sharma, Anjana Sharma, Vaishali Vishwakarma, Anshul Dubey, Himesh Namdeo)....Pages 1-18 Microbe-Mediated Genetic Engineering for Enhancement of Nutritional Value in Food Crops (Bhupendra Koul, Siddharth Tiwari)....Pages 19-53 Role of Microbes for Attaining Enhanced Food Crop Production (Pankaj Sharma, Mayur Mukut Murlidhar Sharma, Anamika, Divya Kapoor, Kavita Rani, Dilbag Singh et al.)....Pages 55-78 Beneficial Microbes as Alternative Food Flavour Ingredients for Achieving Sustainability (Priyanka Roy, Intelli Kaur, Simranjeet Singh, Vijay Kumar)....Pages 79-90 Microalgae as Nutraceutical for Achieving Sustainable Food Solution in Future (Pardeep Kaur)....Pages 91-125 Sustainable Approaches to Remove Heavy Metals from Water (Andleeb Zehra, Mukesh Meena, Prashant Swapnil, Namita Anant Raytekar, R. S. Upadhyay)....Pages 127-146 Microbial Synthesis of Nanoparticles and Their Applications for Wastewater Treatment (Virendra Kumar Yadav, Samreen Heena Khan, Parth Malik, Anju Thappa, R. Suriyaprabha, Raman Kumar Ravi et al.)....Pages 147-187 Microbial Strategies for Controlling Harmful Cyanobacterial Blooms (Digvijay Singh, Gurleen Kaur, Joginder Singh, Saurabh Satija)....Pages 189-204 Biological Strategies Against Biofilms (Ganga Sharma, Arun Karnwal)....Pages 205-232 Microbial Options Against Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria (Mahantesh M. Kurjogi, Ram S. Kaulgud, Poondla Naresh)....Pages 233-247 New and Advanced Technologies in Aquaculture to Support Environmentally Sustainable Development (Mahipal Singh Sankhla, Rajeev Kumar, Shefali)....Pages 249-263 Current Trends and Aspects of Microbiological Biogas Production (Chayanika Putatunda, Abhishek Walia, Rashmi Sharma, Preeti Solanki)....Pages 265-297 Utilization of Biosensors for Environment Monitoring (Shalini Singh, Robinka Khajuria)....Pages 299-316 Biological Biosensors for Monitoring and Diagnosis (Simranjeet Singh, Vijay Kumar, Daljeet Singh Dhanjal, Shivika Datta, Ram Prasad, Joginder Singh)....Pages 317-335 Aflatoxin: Occurrence, Regulation, and Detection in Food and Feed (Abdulhadi Yakubu, Ashish Vyas)....Pages 337-353 Recent Approaches Used in Environmental Monitoring Methods (Anjuvan Singh, Joginder Singh)....Pages 355-368 Back Matter ....Pages 369-370 M icrobial biotechnology is an important area that promotes advanced research into using microbes for value-added products, human nutrition, and the overall wellbeing of society. This book presents the latest information on the use of microbes for sustainable development, and highlights state-of-the-art biotechnological techniques used to harness microbial biotechnological traits on a commercial scale. Gathering contributions from authoritative researchers in the field, it addresses recent advances in microbial biotechnological approaches that offer sustainable options for future generations. Exploring a broad range of microbial products and their uses, the book specifically places emphasis on the application of microorganisms in healthcare, the environment and industry. It also discusses various compound classes derived from microbial metabolites. Pursuing a holistic approach to recent advances in the utilization of various microbes as biotechnological tools, the book also covers traditional uses, and explores emerging strategies to harness their full potential. Accordingly, it offers a valuable resource for researchers and graduate students alike