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Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering Synergy for Environmental Remediation

Abdulhalim Musa Abubakar, Suleiman A Wali, Danjuma Muhammad, Mohammed Abdulrahim

Abstract


This study delves into the selection of bioremediation strategies tailored to the type and extent of contamination, highlighting the critical role of harmonizing nature's mechanisms with precision engineering. It explores the design and optimization of bioremediation systems, emphasizing reactor design, process control, and resource efficiency. Furthermore, it investigates the integration of microbial consortia and genetic engineering to enhance the efficacy of environmental remediation, presenting cutting-edge technologies that leverage the power of microbial communities and genetic manipulation. Based on the study, a merged definition of the three elements of this paper has been found. Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, and Environmental Remediation are distinct fields, but they can be unified under a broader definition related to their interplay: “The interdisciplinary application of scientific and engineering principles to design, develop, and implement sustainable processes and technologies that mitigate environmental pollution, harness the capabilities of living organisms, and optimize chemical processes to protect and restore the environment”.  The implications of this study include highlighting interdisciplinary research, emphasizing collaboration, environmental impact, scientific and engineering innovation, sustainability focus and practical applications. Hence, this study recommends further exploration of regulatory compliance and ethical considerations relevant to environmental remediation projects, with a focus on aligning remediation efforts with legal standards and ethical best practices; continued documentation and dissemination of successful case studies and best practices in biotech-chemical engineering synergy for environmental remediation, facilitating knowledge sharing and capacity building within the scientific and engineering communities and; fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among biotechnologists, chemical engineers, environmental scientists, and other professionals to address complex environmental challenges through a holistic and integrated approach.


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DOI: https://doi.org/10.37628/ijibb.v9i2.867

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