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Photocatalytic Degradation of Dyes

Current Trends and Future Perspectives

  • 1st Edition - August 9, 2021
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Sushma Dave, Jayashankar Das, Maulin P. Shah
  • Language: English

Photocatalytic Degradation of Dyes: Current Trends and Future Perspectives covers in detail current trends and future aspects on photocatalytic degradation of organic dyes using… Read more

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Photocatalytic Degradation of Dyes: Current Trends and Future Perspectives covers in detail current trends and future aspects on photocatalytic degradation of organic dyes using novel photocatalytic techniques such as metallic nanoparticles, heterogeneous and hybrid systems using visible light irradiation. It highlights the most recent scientific and technological achievements and importance of degradation of dyes in the textile effluent by simple environmental friendly approaches using eco-friendly catalysts. It is of assistance to everyone interested in bioremediation of effluents: professionals, consulting engineers, academicians, and research scholars as well.

Key features

  • Describes the basic photocatalytic techniques and their application in wastewater treatment
  • Covers the key reactive species accounting for the photodegradation of different dyes, providing helpful guidelines that could be applied to foster the development of efficient photodegradation systems
  • Includes Description of a wide variety of catalysts and their application in degradation of dyes in the effluent of variable matrices (such as textile effluent, pharmaceutical industry effluent, food industry effluent)
  • Presents the application of doped semiconductors in the degradation of dyes, hybrid systems and their importance in the dye degradation
  • Describes the biological synthesis of metallic nanostructures and their use in dye degradation using visible range of light irradiation
  • Discusses the mechanistic aspect of the dye degradation using photo catalysts

Readership

Biochemical engineers, Environmental scientists, Photo-catalysis Scientists, Materials Scientists in academia and corporate research. Students and Research scholars working in the field of on Environmental, Wastewater management Pollution control, material science and sustainability

Table of contents

1. Heterogeneous photocatalysis of organic dyes2. Novel photocatalytic techniques of Organic dye degradation in water3. Application of doped semiconductors in the degradation of dyes4. Hybrid systems and their importance in the dye degradation5. Photocatalytic Degradation of Azo Dyes under Visible Light Irradiation6. High Photocatalytic Activity under Visible Light for dye degradation7. Rate-Limiting Steps of Dye Degradation8. Effective Materials in the Photocatalytic Treatment of Dyestuffs and Stained Wastewater9. Industrial application of photocatalytic methods such as textile pharmaceutical industries, tannery, and craft10. Phtytogenicsynthesis of nanoparticles and their application in photo catalysis11. Mycogenic synthesis of metallic nanostructures and their use in dye degradation.12. Mechanistic aspect of the dye degradation using photocatalysts 13. Green and sustainable methods of photocatalytic materials for efficient application in dye degradation

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: August 9, 2021
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Sushma Dave

Dr. Sushma Dave received a master of science and PhD in analytical, electrochemistry, and environmental chemistry from the Biosensor Lab in the Chemistry Department of Jai Narayan Vyas University, Jodhpur. She is involved continuously in the field of higher education teaching pure, applied chemistry, cheminformatics, nanotechnology, electrochemistry, biology, solid waste management, wastewater treatment, and environmental chemistry to students of engineering and basic sciences. She also served as a Research Associate in the Soil Biochemistry and Microbiology Division, CAZRI, Jodhpur. She has published and presented over 50 papers in international and national journals, conferences and participated in various workshops and training programs. Her areas of interest are electrochemistry, biosensors environmental science, nanotechnology, biochemistry, cheminformatics, immunoinformatics, and drug repurposing.

Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Department of Applied Sciences, JIET, India

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Jayashankar Das

Dr. Das received his PhD in biotechnology and served as a Scientist at the IBSD, DBT, Government of India. He is the Founder and CEO of Valnizen which deals with regulatory documents and healthcare compliances and support services to African and southeast Asian countries. He has served as a Joint Director of the Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission, DST, and Joint Director to Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre, DST, both from the Government of Gujarat. He has served as a Director of the Savli Technology and Business Incubator, DST, Government of Gujarat, India. He was actively involved in the development and implementation of various policies and action plans like biotechnology policy, innovation policy, interpole disaster management policy, start-up policy for many universities and governments. His research team is involved in addressing societal challenges via cutting-edge research, namely, the development of molecular diagnostics for infectious diseases, the development of universal vaccine candidate for emerging diseases, the development of miRNA-based targeted therapeutics, and artificial intelligence in healthcare applications.

Affiliations and expertise
Director of Research, Valnizen Healthcare Pvt Ltd, India

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Maulin P. Shah

Dr. Maulin P. Shah is a distinguished environmental scientist, academician, and globally recognized expert in the fields of environmental biotechnology and sustainable wastewater treatment. He has made significant contributions to advancing eco-friendly technologies for pollution control, particularly through innovative biological treatment processes. Dr. Shah holds extensive academic and research experience, with a strong focus on industrial wastewater treatment, bioremediation, and microalgae-based technologies. His work emphasizes the integration of sustainability principles with practical engineering solutions, helping industries reduce their environmental footprint. Remarkably, Dr. Shah has edited over 300+ books covering a wide spectrum of cutting-edge domains, including industrial wastewater microbiology, bioremediation, biodegradation, algal biotechnology, biofuel, bioenergy, circular economy, metagenomics related to wastewater treatment, and enzyme engineering. This exceptional editorial contribution reflects his deep expertise and unparalleled commitment to advancing global knowledge in environmental science. Over the years, he has also authored and contributed to numerous high-impact research papers and scholarly books published by reputed international publishers. His publications are widely cited and serve as essential references for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals worldwide. He is actively associated as an Editorial Board Member in more than 30 high-reputed international journals affiliated with leading organizations and publishers such as International Water Association, American Chemical Society, Royal Society of Chemistry, Elsevier, Springer, Taylor & Francis, Wiley, IOP Publishing, Apple Academic Press, Scrivener Publishing, and Bentham Science Publishers. His extensive editorial involvement highlights his leadership and recognition in the global scientific community. Dr. Shah is widely recognized for his collaborative research with leading scientists across the globe, promoting interdisciplinary solutions to complex environmental challenges. His work effectively bridges the gap between fundamental research and real-world industrial applications. In addition to his research excellence, he has been invited as a keynote speaker at numerous national and international conferences, where he shares valuable insights on sustainable development, wastewater management, and environmental innovation. He is also deeply committed to mentoring students and young researchers, fostering academic growth and inspiring future leaders in environmental science and engineering. Beyond academia, Dr. Shah contributes to industry-oriented solutions and policy- relevant research aimed at environmental protection, resource recovery, and sustainable development. Through his relentless dedication and visionary approach, Dr. Maulin P. Shah has established himself as a leading authority in environmental sustainability, committed to building a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.

Affiliations and expertise
Environmental Microbiology Consultant, Gujarat, India

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