Genetically Engineered Organisms in Bioremediation

Genetically Engineered Organisms in Bioremediation provides comprehensive coverage of biotechnological applications of genetically engineered microorganisms for the bioremediation of polluted environments. Chapters are contributed by international scientists with in-depth knowledge, expertise, vision and commitment in their scientific profession. They detail several genetically engineered microorganisms and their enzymes that could be applied to biologically break down persistent organic pollutants and recombinant DNA technologies which entail development of "suicidal-GEMs" for effective and safe remediation of heavily polluted sites. FEATURES: . Highlights genes that encode catabolic enzymes involved in the biodegradation of pollutants. . Explores combining genetically engineered microorganisms with bioaugmentation, biostimulation and bioattenuation strategies. . Details the application of genetic engineering of bacteria for managing aromatic organic compounds under hypoxic conditions. . Discusses tracking techniques and suppression strategies of genetically modified microorganisms. Written for researchers, engineers and academics working in bioremediation, microbiology and biotechnology, this book is both timely and important.

Dr. Inamuddin, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh,India Dr. Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji, Edo University Iyamho, Edo State, Nigeria Dr. Mohd Imran Ahamed, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India

Applications of genetically modified microorganisms for the removal of hydrocarbon, Application of genetically modified microorganisms for bioremediation of polluted environment, Electroporation for the production of genetically modified microorganisms, Application of genetically modified microorganism as biosorbents for polluted environment, Application of genetically modified microorganisms for remediation of petrol discharges and related polluted sites, Recombinant E.coli in the Rejuvenation of the Polluted Environment, Molecular cloning for the production of genetically modified organism for bioremediation, Application of genetically modified microorganism for effective removal of heavy metals, Application of genetically modified microorganisms for the reduction of the toxicity of hazardous compounds, Bioremediation of heavy metals using microorganisms, Genetically Modified Microorganism for remediation of Pollutant Containing heavy metals, Application of genetically modified microorganisms in the rejuvenation of industrial waste