New Microbial Technologies for Advanced Biofuels
Author | : Juan Carlos Serrano-Ruiz |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 382 |
Release | : 2015-06-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781498728843 |
ISBN-13 | : 1498728847 |
Rating | : 4/5 (847 Downloads) |
Download or read book New Microbial Technologies for Advanced Biofuels written by Juan Carlos Serrano-Ruiz and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2015-06-01 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title includes a number of Open Access chapters. The world needs renewable and clean forms of energy. Biofuels offer an alternative to fossil fuels, but first-generation biofuels had many challenges to be overcome. One strategy that second-generation biofuels are employing is microbial technology. This compendium volume gathers together recent investigations within this vital field of research. It offers: An overview of the topic Investigations into the varieties of microorganisms useful for this technology Pretreatment methodologies Genetic engineering research that will further this technology Internationally recognized experts contribute chapters on their individual areas of research within this vital field of study. The book offers an authoritative platform from which graduate students and scientists can build future investigations that will create still more advanced biofuels.