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3 articles for “Microbial surface-active compounds”
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Eco-Friendly Elixirs: A Critical Review of Biosurfactants for Sustainable Wastewater Solutions
Abstract: Biosurfactants are the amphiphilic substances which are acquired from the remains of the living microorganisms and have attracted a lot of scientific interests because of their applicability in various fields. This review aims at reviewing current research and development on biosurfactants with special emphasis on their application in wastewater and oil. Biosurfactants being less hazardous to the environment are produced by microorganisms and works as a substitute for chemically produced …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–33 Read article
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Bioremediation Strategies to Address the Menace of Oil Spills
Abstract: Bioremediation is an innovative and effective process that leverages the capabilities of microorganisms to address and mitigate contamination in both soil and water environments. This technique is particularly valuable in the context of surface oil spills, where it presents significant advantages over traditional physical and chemical remediation methods. Unlike physical methods, which often involve the use of barriers and skimmers to remove oil from the surface, or chemical methods, which …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 43–56 Read article
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Critical Review on Photocatalytic Polymer Nanocomposites for Indoor Air Purification in Hotels
Abstract: The indoor air quality has become a key measure of health, comfort, and customer satisfaction of a hospitality setting. The challenges that continually affect hotels especially because of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), particulate matter, and microbial pollutants that are present in cleaning agents, furnishing, and human activity. In this regard, the photocatalytic polymer nanocomposites are one of the sustainable and efficient means of purifying indoor air. These materials combine photocatalysts …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 527–541 Read article