Mineral Biotechnology: Microbial Aspects of Mineral Beneficiation, Metal Extraction, and Environmental Control

Microorganisms can play a beneficial role in all facets of minerals processing, from mining to waste disposal and management. The commercial practice of biohydrometallurgical metal extraction occurs all over the world. Mineral Biotechnology provides the technical knowledge necessary to compete in this arena by presenting specific, detailed technologies and real-world case studies.