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OverviewBioremediation reviews the latest research on the harnessing of biotechnology to decontaminate the environment. Internationally acclaimed authors from diverse fields present comprehensive reviews of the most important and well-established solutions to environmental contamination. The limitations as well as the future potential of these practices are critically highlighted. The book also includes stimulating reviews of selected practices which are either novel, or the subject of some debate in bioremediation research and practice. Essential reading for bioremediation researchers and practitioners who wish to look beyond current practice and explore new avenues that may ultimately change the way in which bioremediation is conducted, monitored and studied. Full Product DetailsAuthor: I.M. Head , M. Milner , I. SingletonPublisher: Horizon Scientific Press Ltd Imprint: Horizon Scientific Press Ltd Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.746kg ISBN: 9781898486367ISBN 10: 1898486360 Pages: 299 Publication Date: 01 April 2003 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Out of stock ![]() Table of Contents1. Bioremediation: Balancing the Needs of Researchers, Practitioners and Policymakers. 2. The Role of Microbiological Studies in Bioremediation Process Optimization. 3. Ecological Theory and Bioremediation. 4. The Geochemistry and Hydrology of Groundwater Bioremediation by Natural Attenuation. 5. Using Stable Isotope Fractionations to Monitor In-situ Biodegradation Processes. 6. Intelligent Site Assessment - A Role for Ecotoxicology. 7. Understanding Bioavailability of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons: Mechanisms and Prediction. 8. Developments in Permeable Reactive Barrier Technology. 9. Anaerobic Bioremediation - An Emerging Resource for Environmental Cleanup. 10. Microbial Inoculants - Snake Oil or Panacea?ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |