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Book SynopsisThe book is divided into fifteen chapters that cover various aspects of micro-organism-based biotechnology, including recent methodologies such as advanced molecular techniques, as well developments in classical microbiological techniques. The authors also explain how the latest and classical techniques are being used in modern-day microbial biotechnology. All chapters were written by experts from prominent universities, research laboratories, and institutes around the globe. Above all, they focus on recent advances in microbial technology that promote the welfare of living beings and the environment. Microbes in human welfare from different angles starting from source of antibiotics to fermented food to production of biofuel have been discussed with environmental relevance. Separate chapters discussing the use of microbes for remedy of environmental problems help the book to stand with the moto of sustainable development and protection of nature. Global problem in clinical microbiology is discussed with plausible novel remedial approaches. Further, it explains how and why microbes play an important role in preserving the welfare of living beings and the environment. Many bacteria play a significant part in cleaning our environment by detoxifying various xenobiotic compounds, while several microbes produce secondary metabolites that are useful to human beings.
Table of ContentsForeword; Preface; Acknowledgments; Antibiotic Resistance: Genesis, Germs and the Way Forward; Microbe-Mediated Remediation of Heavy Metal Contamination; Microbes in Extreme Environments; Gut Microbes, Inflammation and Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus in Human: An Intricate Relationship; Quorum Quenchers: Next Generation Antibacterials; Emergence of Antimicrobial Resistance: Need for Alternate Therapies; Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria as an Alternative Source of Costly Chemical Fertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture; Bioremediation: A Green Approach to Prevent the Plastic Hazards; Traditional Indian Fermented Food and Their Health Promoting Effects; Soil Microbiome and Sustainable Agriculture Role of Soil-Fauna; Recombinant Protein Production in E. Coli Host; Bacillus Thuringiensis Based Biopesticides: An Overview; Management of Invasive Weeds and Leaf Litter through Vermicomposting (Perionyx excavatus); Microbial Phytases in Combating Phosphorus Pollution and Managing Agricultural Phosphorus; Application of Microbes in Biofuel Production: Principles and Practices; About the Editors; Index.
