Soil Improvement and Water Conservation Biotechnology.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Quiroz, Israel Valencia.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource (368 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Sharjah : Bentham Science Publishers, 2025.

Summary:

Soil Improvement and Water Conservation Biotechnology is a comprehensive guide addressing the urgent challenges of soil degradation and water scarcity in agriculture. This book explores innovative biotechnological strategies for enhancing soil health, conserving water, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. It covers foundational topics like soil composition and water management in arid regions, focusing on Mexico's unique desert environments. Advanced chapters highlight cutting-edge solutions, including biofertilizers, biopesticides, microalgal applications, bioremediation, nanotechnology, and biological desalination. The book also introduces tools like luminescent biosensors for pesticide detection and ethical and social aspects of environmental biotechnology.Tailored for students, researchers, and professionals in agriculture, biotechnology, and environmental science, this book bridges theoretical insights with practical applications to offer sustainable solutions for global soil and water challenges. Key Features:- Biotechnological solutions for soil improvement and water conservation.- Practical case studies, tools, and methodologies for sustainable agriculture.- Ethical and social dimensions of environmental biotechnology. Readership:Undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, agricultural professionals, and environmental advocates.

Contents:

Welcome

Table of Contents

Title

BENTHAM SCIENCE PUBLISHERS LTD.

FOREWORD

PREFACE

List of Contributors

Soil: Composition, Function, and Current Challenges

Soils of Mexican Deserts: Characteristics and Water Management Challenges

Water in the Arid and Semi-Arid Zones of Mexico

'OMICS' Studies on Rhizosphere-Microorganism Interactions in Soils

Bioengineering Techniques for Soil Erosion Prevention

Biofertilizers and Biopesticides: Sustainable Alternatives for Agriculture

Microalgae and Biotechnology: Water Purification and Biomass Production

Biological Desalination: Biotechnological Alternatives for Freshwater Extraction

Biological Treatment of Wastewater: Use of Microorganisms for Purification

Bioremediation of Contaminated Waters: Strategies and Success Cases

Luminescent (Bio)sensors for Pesticide Detection: An Innovative Tool for Water Monitoring

Nanotechnology for Water and Soil Conservation

Conservation and Reuse of Water in Agriculture: Biotechnological Techniques for Efficient Use

Ethical and Social Challenges of Environmental Biotechnology.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9789815322439

9815322435

OCLC:

1514632940