Komal Agrawal – författare

Green Technologies and Innovative Future for Waste Management: Development in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes addresses the global interest in sustainable practices, along with challenges faced by modern society. The book explores the transformative potential of green technologies as sustainable alternatives to conventional methodologies and non-renewable resources, focusing on finding sustainable and renewable alternatives and addressing the increase in industrial activities and unregulated discharge of pollutants into the environment. It provides exhaustive information on the remediation of wastewater and agricultural waste, which are crucial for shaping the global economy. Researchers, scientists, academicians, and professionals in agriculture, environmental science, waste management, sustainability, and bio-energy will find this to be a very important resource. The book bridges the gap between the scientific community and policymakers, serving as a pivotal reference work for students, faculty members, environmentalists, and industrial practitioners in the field of green and bio-based technologies.Provides comprehensive insights into diverse green technologies and sustainable solutions to mitigate environmental challengesOffers exhaustive information on the remediation of wastewater and agricultural wasteFacilitates informed decision-making and the implementation of sustainable practices across industries and sectors

This book provides a comprehensive and updated exploration of bioprocess technology, with a strong emphasis on its industrial applications, sustainable innovations, and technological advancements across diverse sectors. Designed for students, researchers, and professionals in biotechnology, biochemical engineering, and life sciences, the book presents an in-depth understanding of the core processes that drive value-added product development using biological systems.Beginning with an overview of bioprocess applications in various industries, the book discusses the current status and integration of upstream and downstream processing—the two pillars of industrial bioprocessing. It further explores advancements in bioreactor design, bioprocess optimization, and scaling up of microbial and cell-based systems.Special attention is given to the utilization of different types of organic and horticultural waste for generating bio-based products, emphasizing the importance of circular economy and waste-to-wealth approaches. Dedicated chapters highlight the transformative role of bioprocesses in the pharmaceutical sector, development of sustainable agriculture, and the emerging potential of biorefineries as future fuel alternatives.The book features contributions from leading scientists and professionals, bringing forward case studies, real-world insights, and technological perspectives. It provides a balanced combination of theoretical background and practical relevance, making it a useful resource for academic curricula, research pursuits, and industrial innovation.Whether you're exploring the fundamentals or looking for the latest trends in bioprocess technology, this book offers an engaging, practical, and forward-thinking approach to one of the most dynamic fields in biotechnology.

This book offers a cutting-edge exploration of recent innovations and futuristic trends in bioprocess engineering, highlighting how advanced tools, molecular technologies, and intelligent systems are reshaping the production of bio-based value-added products. It is intended for students, researchers, professionals, and entrepreneurs working in the fields of biotechnology, biochemical engineering, and industrial bioprocessing.The book begins with an overview of technological advancements in bioprocess technology, followed by detailed chapters on genetic engineering, strain improvement, and omics-driven approaches that enhance microbial and cell-based production systems. Readers will gain insights into how genomics, transcriptomics, and metabolomics are integrated into bioprocess development to improve yield, efficiency, and product quality.A dedicated chapter discusses the revolutionary role of CRISPR technology in precision strain engineering and bioprocess optimization. The book also explores the integration of AI-based models with conventional bioprocess techniques, opening new horizons in predictive fermentation, system optimization, and smart manufacturing.The latter part focuses on critical aspects such as quality by design (QbD), safety regulations, and market trends in biorefinery, offering readers a global view of bioprocess commercialization and regulatory frameworks. The final chapter provides a visionary outlook on the future of bioprocess engineering, including innovations in synthetic biology, biofoundries, and sustainable bioeconomy.This book serves as a comprehensive and forward-looking resource, enabling readers to understand the science, technology, and regulatory landscape of bioprocesses, while equipping them to lead innovation in the evolving bio-industrial revolution.

Currently, there are no books that cover all the dimensions of Polyphenol Oxidases (PPOs), which is why publication of the book is needed. The book focuses on its types, structure, distinctive aspects, applications, genetic engineering, and commercial status. PPOs have been used for wastewater remediation and in environmental biosensors. The role of PPOs in global sustainability along with challenges and future prospects is also discussed.Currently, there are no books that cover all the dimensions of Polyphenol Oxidases (PPOs), which is why publication of the book is needed. The book focuses on its types, structure, distinctive aspects, applications, genetic engineering, and commercial status. PPOs have been used for wastewater remediation and in environmental biosensors. The role of PPOs in global sustainability along with challenges and future prospects is also discussed.

This book is unique as it will cover the latest technological advancements in the field of biorefinery and how it is a major futuristic component of global biofuel research. Initially, the role of bio-based waste materials, microorganisms, and their bioactive metabolites in biorefinery will be focused. Further, recent advances and emerging topics that are related to industrially important products such as biofuels, hydrogen production will also be elaborated. The book addresses the lack of understanding of recent technological advancement such as life cycle assessment (LCA) and techno-economic assessment (TEA) as well. The systems for biorefineries demand a methodical approach to identifying effects and evaluating their long-term viability. Thus, a futuristic paradigm focusing on in silico studies, will also be incorporated, enabling us to understand the developments and impacts of bio-based materials towards a circular and sustainable economy. Additionally the proposed book will also discuss various strategies such as the analysis of cost-effectiveness, nanotechnology, value sensitive design (VSD) and also emphasize the economic, technical, and environmental aspects that affect their production as well as the future perspective in terms of the market scenario.Thus, the book will provide cumulative information on various dimensions of biorefinery and its role as a major bio-economic industry of the future for researchers, industrialists, entrepreneurs, career starters, and policymakers. The shift towards a bioeconomy not only promises innovative solutions to pressing global challenges but also opens up new avenues for various industries and policymakers. Thus, biorefinery is regarded as a crucial aspect of biobased economy ultimately leading the path towards sustainability.