Microbiology in Civil Engineering: Proceedings of the Federation of European Microbiological Societies Symposium held at Cranfie

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Main Details

Title Microbiology in Civil Engineering: Proceedings of the Federation of European Microbiological Societies Symposium held at Cranfie
Authors and Contributors      Edited by P. Howsam
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:400
Category/GenreMicrobiology (non-medical)
Building, carpentry and structural engineering
ISBN/Barcode 9780419167303
ClassificationsDewey:624
Audience
Undergraduate
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Professional & Vocational
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Publishing Details

Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint Spon Press
Publication Date 30 August 1990
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Although most public health and environmental engineers are aware of the importance of microbial activity, many civil engineers do not appreciate the part microbiological process play in, for example, biodeterioration of concrete and other construction materials, alteration of soil and rock properties, clogging of boreholes, distribution and irrigation systems, and biofouling in embankment dams. There is a need for greater interaction between scientists and engineers in this respect. Recent advances in applied microbiology and biochemistry could usefully be extrapolated to fields of civil engineering. Indeed an understanding of microbiological activity in what is often thought of as purely physical and/or chemical processes and an awareness of what to look for is becoming increasingly important for civil engineers in their design of a variety of systems and structures. This book forms the Proceedings of the International Conference held at Cranfield Institute of Technology, UK, in September 1990.