Emerging contaminants, including microplastics, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides, are increasingly found in our environment due to industrialization and urbanization. These pollutants are persistent and resistant to conventional remediation methods, posing significant threats to ecosystems and human health, even at trace levels. Microbial enzymes, such as laccases, peroxidases, and hydrolases, offer a sustainable solution to these challenges. Their specific catalytic activities enable the transformation of harmful substances into benign products, minimizing the risk of toxic byproducts. Furthermore, their adaptability to diverse environmental conditions, coupled with advancements in genetic engineering and process optimization, makes these enzymes promising candidates for scalable pollutant removal, aligning with both ecological preservation and public health objectives. Microbial enzyme-based treatments represent a cutting-edge approach in wastewater management, soil remediation, and bioreactor systems, offering sustainable solutions for environmental protection. Central to this innovation is bioreactor engineering, which optimizes conditions—such as pH, temperature, oxygen transfer, and substrate availability—to enhance enzyme activity. By harnessing the inherent capabilities of microbes, we can develop cost-effective and scalable technologies that not only preserve water resources but also safeguard biodiversity. This integration of enzymology and environmental science fosters the advancement of sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a healthier ecosystem and a more resilient planet. Emphasizing these microbial processes is crucial for addressing contemporary environmental challenges effectively.

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Role of Microbial Enzymes for the Removal of Emerging Contaminants: An Approach for Sustainable Environment

  • Bonda Likhith Sai Charan,
  • Lingam Lakshmi Sahithi,
  • Garaga Sravya Amrutha,
  • Omprakash Sarkar,
  • J. Shanthi Sravan

摘要

Emerging contaminants, including microplastics, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides, are increasingly found in our environment due to industrialization and urbanization. These pollutants are persistent and resistant to conventional remediation methods, posing significant threats to ecosystems and human health, even at trace levels. Microbial enzymes, such as laccases, peroxidases, and hydrolases, offer a sustainable solution to these challenges. Their specific catalytic activities enable the transformation of harmful substances into benign products, minimizing the risk of toxic byproducts. Furthermore, their adaptability to diverse environmental conditions, coupled with advancements in genetic engineering and process optimization, makes these enzymes promising candidates for scalable pollutant removal, aligning with both ecological preservation and public health objectives. Microbial enzyme-based treatments represent a cutting-edge approach in wastewater management, soil remediation, and bioreactor systems, offering sustainable solutions for environmental protection. Central to this innovation is bioreactor engineering, which optimizes conditions—such as pH, temperature, oxygen transfer, and substrate availability—to enhance enzyme activity. By harnessing the inherent capabilities of microbes, we can develop cost-effective and scalable technologies that not only preserve water resources but also safeguard biodiversity. This integration of enzymology and environmental science fosters the advancement of sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a healthier ecosystem and a more resilient planet. Emphasizing these microbial processes is crucial for addressing contemporary environmental challenges effectively.