Environmental Biotechnology
A section of BioTech (ISSN 2673-6284).
Section Information
Environmental biotechnology focuses on the development and application of biological systems to prevent, monitor, and remediate environmental pollution while enabling sustainable resource management and waste valorization. This section welcomes research on microbial, algal, fungal, and plant-based technologies for the treatment of contaminants in water, soil and air, including emerging pollutants such as microplastics, pharmaceuticals, heavy metals, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Emphasis is placed on integrative approaches combining omics technologies, systems biology, and synthetic biology to optimize bioprocesses, enhance environmental resilience, and support strategies such as biostimulation and bioaugmentation. Topics of interest also include the development of biosensors for environmental monitoring, circular bioeconomy approaches, and the recovery of valuable products from waste streams. Contributions bridging environmental science, engineering, and biotechnology—particularly those with clear translational or industrial relevance—are strongly encouraged.
Keywords
- environmental biotechnology;
- waste valorisation;
- bioremediation;
- biostimulation;
- bioaugmentation;
- PFAS;
- emerging contaminants;
- wastewater treatment;
- microbial consortia;
- circular bioeconomy;
- resource recovery;
- synthetic biology;
- omics technologies;
- heavy metal removal;
- microplastics;
- algal biotechnology
Editorial Board
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Biotechnology for Wastewater Treatment: Current Situation and Future Prospects (Deadline: 31 January 2027)
- Environmental Microbiotechnology: Harnessing Microorganisms for Bioremediation and Resource Recovery (Deadline: 31 January 2027)
- Engineering Microbial Systems for Next-Generation Bioremediation of Emerging Contaminants (Deadline: 28 February 2027)
