Algal-based degradation of microplastic: prospects for combating microplastic pollution

Othman, Rashidi and Mohd Hatta, Farah Ayuni and Mohd Latiff, Nur Hanie and Wan Sulaiman, Wan Syibrah Hanisah and Ramya, Razanah and Mat Ali, Qurratu Aini and Johari, Nursyafica Nadia and Abu Bakar, Ainaa Eliah (2024) Algal-based degradation of microplastic: prospects for combating microplastic pollution. In: Microplastic Pollution. Springer Nature, Singapore, pp. 491-526. ISBN 978-981-99-8356-8

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Abstract

Microalgae or microphytes are microscopic microorganisms that can be found in both freshwater and seawater. They can be described as a diverse group of unicellular and predominantly photosynthetic organisms. Eukaryotic or prokary-otic cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) can be classified as microalgae. The phycoremediation process uses microalgae to bioremediate (bioconcentrate, biotransform, sequester, assimilate, and biosorption) contaminants like heavy metals, phosphates, nitrates and the most recent microplastics from polluted waters in an eco-friendly manner without generating additional toxic compounds. It is a reliable alternative method for addressing microplastic pollution in a responsible, cost-effective, and practical manner when compared to conventional treatment methods. It also has the added benefit of lowering the carbon footprint. Several initiatives have been undertaken in the fields of immobilisation, pre-treatment techniques, genetic engineering, and other technologies to fully harness the potential of microalgae in phycoremediation and the production of value-added products (such as bioenergy and biofuel generation). Additionally, to address the ever-growing problem of water pollution in the world, particularly microplastic pollution, phycoremediation strategies must examine and develop hyperaccumulator algae species from pre-existing algal species. This integrated structure is a prime example of how to achieve numerous goals while implementing sustainable growth policies that address environmental, social, and industrial concerns, protecting natural resource, and simultaneously enhanc-ing the quality of life for the world’s growing population. Consequently, an in-depth research is necessary to analyse or produce hyperaccumulator algae species that could easily and efficiently tackle the issue of microplastic pollution.

Item Type:	Book Chapter
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Biodegradation mechanism, Plastics, Phycotechnology, Microalgae, Cyanobacteria
Subjects:	BPC Science and Technology in Islam G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GE Environmental Sciences S Agriculture > SH Aquaculture. Fisheries. Angling > SH389 Fisheries-Algae and Algae Culture T Technology > TD Environmental technology. Sanitary engineering > TD169 Environmental protection T Technology > TD Environmental technology. Sanitary engineering > TD172 Environmental pollution T Technology > TD Environmental technology. Sanitary engineering > TD878 Special types of pollution T Technology > TP Chemical technology > TP248.13 Biotechnology
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design > Department of Landscape Architecture International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART) Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design
Depositing User:	Dr rashidi othman
Date Deposited:	29 Apr 2024 12:10
Last Modified:	29 Apr 2024 12:10
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/111972

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