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Sustainable Environmental Management
At HOPE Lab, our research in sustainable environmental management harnesses the capabilities of beneficial microbes to address critical pollution challenges. We investigate biosurfactant-producing microorganisms isolated from oil-polluted soils, rigorously analyzing their emulsification and oil removal capacities. By characterizing these biosurfactants, we aim to develop innovative, eco-friendly strategies for cleaning up oil spills and mitigating industrial contamination. This work not only contributes to advanced pollution management practices but also underscores our commitment to restoring environmental resilience through biological solutions.
In addition to our work on biosurfactants, we explore the potential of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) and other beneficial microbes in bio-degradation and bio-remediation. By examining the synergistic interactions between these microbes and plants, we seek to enhance natural processes that break down pollutants in contaminated environments. Employing multi-omics integration, including genomics and metabolomics, we investigate the molecular and biochemical pathways underlying microbial degradation of harmful compounds. Our research is geared toward developing sustainable, biologically based solutions that restore ecosystem balance while reducing reliance on chemical remediation methods.
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Production Optimization, Stability, and Oil Emulsifying Potential of Biosurfactants from Selected Bacteria Isolated from Oil Contaminated Sites. Royal Society Open Science. 2021
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