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Abstract
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Microbial Biotechnology: Progress and Trends covers recent developments in some fields of microbial biotechnology. Chapter 1 reviews microbial biotechnology from its historical roots to its different processes. Chapters 2 through 5 discuss some of the new developments in upstream processes. Chapter 6 considers solid-state fermentation as an interesting field in fermentation processes. Chapters 7 through 12 argue about recent developments in the production of valuable microbial products such as biofuels, organic acids, amino acids, probiotics, healthcare products, and edible biomass. Chapters 13 through 15 discuss important microbial activities such as biofertilizer, biocontrol, biodegradation, and bioremediation.
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