Applied Microbiology

Applied and Environmental Science

Applied and environmental science is a broad and interdisciplinary field that focuses on using scientific knowledge to address practical challenges in the natural and built environment. This includes the application of scientific principles and techniques to solve issues related to pollution control, natural resource management, and sustainable development. Researchers in this field work on developing innovative technologies and strategies to mitigate environmental impacts, such as advanced waste treatment processes, renewable energy systems, and sustainable agricultural practices. By integrating knowledge from various scientific disciplines, applied and environmental science aims to create solutions that promote a healthier and more sustainable world, One of the key areas of focus in applied and environmental science is the study of human impacts on ecosystems and the development of strategies to minimize these impacts. This involves understanding the complex interactions between human activities and natural systems, such as the effects of industrial emissions on air and water quality, the consequences of deforestation on biodiversity, and the role of agriculture in soil degradation. Researchers also study how climate change influences environmental systems and develop adaptation and mitigation strategies to address these challenges. By applying scientific research to real-world problems, this field plays a crucial role in protecting the environment, ensuring the sustainable use of resources, and improving the quality of life for future generations.

Applied and Environmental Science includes

• Aeromicrobiology
• Antimicrobial Resistance in the Environment
• Biofilms in Applied and Environmental Science
• Biofuels and Bioproducts
• Electromicrobiology
• Genetic and Metabolic Functions in Environmentally Relevant Microbes
• Microbiology of the Built Environment
• New Microbial Processes for Resource Recovery, Carbon Capture and Resource Efficiency
• Detecting, Characterization, and Source-tracking of Environmental Microbes
• Synthetic Biology
• Geomicrobiology