This book provides an in-depth exploration of phyco-based green technologies, focusing on their application in wastewater remediation. The book explores the transformative potential of phyco-based green technologies in wastewater remediation, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional methods. As environmental concerns mount, the integration of algal cultivation emerges as a promising solution for nutrient recovery and ecosystem sustainability. This comprehensive volume delves into the latest advancements and ongoing research in the field, providing readers with a thorough understanding of microalgal applications in wastewater treatment.

Key concepts include the biochemical composition of wastewater-grown microalgae, the use of photobioreactor systems, and the conversion of algal biomass into biofuels and other value-added products. Readers will discover innovative approaches such as microalgae-bacteria consortia, genetic enhancements for improved nutrient recovery, and the use of immobilized microalgae systems. The book also addresses the challenges and future prospects of these technologies, providing a comprehensive overview of their economic and environmental implications.

Researchers, scientists, and professionals in fields such as biotechnology, environmental science, and waste management will find this volume particularly valuable. It also serves as a reference for graduate and postgraduate students, as well as industry personnel working in green technologies and ecosystem sustainability. By offering a detailed analysis of current advancements and future possibilities, this book equips readers with the knowledge needed to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Provides current and futuristic insight of phyco-remediation based wastewater treatment and its applications Elaborates the biochemical composition of wastewater grown microalgae which helps in biorefinery processes Explores the integration of molecular and genetic approaches to improve wastewater remediation processes

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Prof. Pradeep Verma, Professor, former Head, Department of Microbiology and Dean of the School of Life Sciences, Central University of Rajasthan, is a distinguished microbiologist and is internationally recognized for his pioneering contributions to environmental and industrial microbiology. His research interests span low-cost algal biorefineries, enzyme bioprocessing, bioenergy production, lignocellulose valorization, wastewater detoxification and bioelectricity generation. Prof. Verma completed his Ph.D. from Sardar Patel University in Gujarat, India, in 2002. His subsequent research accolades include collaborative research performed in various internationally acclaimed institutions like the Czech Academy of Sciences (Prague, Czech Republic), Charles University (Prague, Czech Republic), UFZ Centre for Environmental Research (Halle, Germany), and Gottingen University (Germany). He has published over 115 research papers in reputed journals, which have garnered 9,139 citations, with an h-index of 50 and an i10-index of 119. He holds multiple patents, has edited 28+ books with leading publishers, and has successfully secured major national research grants (2.5 million INR). Prof. Verma is a distinguished Fellow of various societies, including the IAWS, MSI, BRSI, and AMScAMI, and is a recipient of international fellowships from the JSPS and UNESCO. Ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide by Stanford University, Prof. Verma exemplifies excellence in microbial biotechnology and sustainable innovation.

Prof. Pawan K Dadheech has more than 35 years of post-graduate teaching and research experience and presently serving as Professor in Microbiology at Central University of Rajasthan. His research interests focus on two main categories: environmental microbiology, including cyanotoxins and systematics, both of which deal largely with cyanobacteria and micro green algae. Dr. Dadheech visited several countries, including Germany, as a visiting scientist and carried out significant research work on molecular biology and diversity of extremophilic/extreme-tolerant bacteria, mainly cyanobacteria. He has described a number of new cyanobacterial and green algal genera and species using polyphasic approach. He has been included as an international scientific collaborator in the UNESCO-TWAS-approved research project on cyanobacteria under International Basic Science Program. Senior Scientist Fellowship of Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries has been awarded to him for conducting research on metagenomics and molecular phylogeny of cyanobacteria. He is acting as a reviewer and member of editorial board in internationally repute scientific journals. Dr Dadheech is a member of several scientific societies and a Fellow of Indian Botanical Society (FBS).

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Chapter 1. Exploring the diversity of microalgae grown in wastewater: Incorporation of cultured and uncultured approaches.- Chapter 2. Analysis of Growth and Biochemical Composition of Microalgae Grown with Different Wastewater Effluents.- Chapter 3. Phycoremediation potential: Can it overcome the Major issue in conventional wastewater treatment systems.- Chapter 4. Phyco-based green technology, mechanisms, and sustainability for the removal of nutrients from wastewater.- chapter 5. Algal cultivation as a green approach for the remediation of municipal wastewater.- Chapter 6. Advancement in phyco-remediance efficiency of Ulva: An overview.- Chapter 7. Microalgae-Bacteria Symbiosis in Nutrient Recovery from Wastewaters and Bio-products Generation: A Circular Bioeconomy Approach.- Chapter 8. Photobioreactor systems and influencing factors for uptake of nutrient resources from industrial wastewater by microalgae.- Chapter 9. Phyco-based bioremediation: A green approach for the recovery of residual nutrients from aquaculture wastewater.- Chapter 10. Livestock wastewater treatment and its valorisation for development of valueadded products: Recent updates and future outlook.- Chapter 11. Advancement of phyco-based wastewater remediation with key challenges and future perspectives: A way forward towards its feasibility.- Chapter 12. Membrane Photobioreactor Assisted Microalgae Cultivation for the Removal of Pollutants from Wastewater: Applications, Perspectives, and Challenges.- Chapter 13. Omics and genetic approaches integrated into microalgae for improvements of growth, biochemicals, and nutrient recovery potential.- Chapter 14. Immobilized microalgae system: an upgrading approach to recovery of nutrients from wastewater.- Chapter 15. Phyco-based Wastewater Remediation and High-Quality Biofuels Generation: A Green Step Toward Eco-Friendly Energy Production.- Chapter 16. Sequential microalgae cultivation system to treat wastewater: Applications, sustainability, and drawbacks.- Chapter 17. Valorization of Wastewater-Grown Microalgae Biomass into Value-Added Products.- Chapter 18. Renewable biohydrogen production from wastewater grown microalgae: A sustainable solution from upcoming energy crisis.