Exploring inherent bacterial strains for potential application in biosurfactant production and crude oil biodegradation

Abstract

The universal and pervasive need for oil as an energy source has caused excessive exploitation escorted by tragicaccidental spills and chronic contamination of the marine ecosystem Biodegradation is an eco friendly and effectivetool for the remediation of spilled oil however the slower degradation rate limits its exploitation for practicalpurposes The selection of potential biodegraders is the key to addressing this challenge This thesis aimed toexplore such crude oil degrading bacteria in...