Preface to the Princeton Landmarks in Biology Edition vii Preface xi Symbols Used xiii 1. The Importance of Islands 3 2. Area and Number of Speicies 8 3. Further Explanations of the Area-Diversity Pattern 19 4. The Strategy of Colonization 68 5. Invasibility and the Variable Niche 94 6. Stepping Stones and Biotic Exchange 123 7. Evolutionary Changes Following Colonization 145 8. Prospect 181 Glossary 185 References 193 Index 201

The Theory of Island Biogeography

THE DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF EXPERIMENTS. By Oscar Kempthorne. New York, John Wiley and Sons, Inc., 1952. 631 pp. $8.50. This book by a teacher of statistics (as well as a consultant for \"experimenters\") is a comprehensive study of the philosophical background for the statistical design of experiment. It is necessary to have some facility with algebraic notation and manipulation to be able to use the volume intelligently. The problems are presented from the theoretical point of view, without such practical examples as would be helpful for those not acquainted with mathematics. The mathematical justification for the techniques is given. As a somewhat advanced treatment of the design and analysis of experiments, this volume will be interesting and helpful for many who approach statistics theoretically as well as practically. With emphasis on the \"why,\" and with description given broadly, the author relates the subject matter to the general theory of statistics and to the general problem of experimental inference. MARGARET J. ROBERTSON

The Design and Analysis of Experiments

The photocatalytic degradation of azo dyes containing different functionalities has been reviewed using TiO2 as photocatalyst in aqueous solution under solar and UV irradiation. The mechanism of the photodegradation depends on the radiation used. Charge injection mechanism takes place under visible radiation whereas charge separation occurred under UV light radiation. The process is monitored by following either the decolorization rate and the formation of its end-products. Kinetic analyses indicate that the photodegradation rates of azo dyes can usually be approximated as pseudo-first-order kinetics for both degradation mechanisms, according to the Langmuir–Hinshelwood model. The degradation of dyes depend on several parameters such as pH, catalyst concentration, substrate concentration and the presence of electron acceptors such as hydrogen peroxide and ammonium persulphate besides molecular oxygen. The presence of other substances such as inorganic ions, humic acids and solvents commonly found in textile effluents is also discussed. The photocatalyzed degradation of pesticides does not occur instantaneously to form carbon dioxide, but through the formation of long-lived intermediate species. Thus, the study focuses also on the determination of the nature of the principal organic intermediates and the evolution of the mineralization as well as on the degradation pathways followed during the process. Major identified intermediates are hydroxylated derivatives, aromatic amines, naphthoquinone, phenolic compounds and several organic acids. By-products evaluation and toxicity measurements are the key-actions in order to assess the overall process.

TiO2-assisted photocatalytic degradation of azo dyes in aqueous solution: kinetic and mechanistic investigations A review

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A review on the occurrence of micropollutants in the aquatic environment and their fate and removal during wastewater treatment

Fouling in membrane bioreactors used in wastewater treatment

A Membrane BioReactor (MBR) is the combination of a membrane process (e.g. microfiltration/ ultrafiltration) with a suspended growth bioreactor. When used with domestic wastewater, MBR processes can produce effluent of high enough quality to be discharged to waterways, or to be reclaimed for urban irrigation. Other advantages of MBRs over conventional processes include small footprint, easy retrofit and upgrade of old wastewater treatment plants.
The MBR Book covers all important aspects of Membrane BioReactors in water and waste water treatment, from the fundamentals of the processes via design principles to MBR technologies. Industrial case studies help interpret actual results and give pointers for best practice. Useful appendices provide data on commercial membranes and international membrane organizations.
The MBR book enables readers to:
 

Understand the fundamental processes involved in membrane and biotreatment technologies
Compare and contrast design options and work through sample calculations
Review commercial MBR systems in terms of specific applications
Learn from case studies involving domestic and industrial effluent treatment and recycling
Analyze process design, operation, performance and maintenance to draw conclusions appropriate to their requirements

 
New to the second edition:
45% more content than the first edition.
 

Over 120 contributors from the academic research and municipal/industrial practitioner communities.

 
 

Review  of MBR status in ten countries.

 
 

Expanded section on anaerobic MBRs, micropollutant fate and hybrid systems.

 
 

Simplified design methodology, with biokinetics for dynamic modelling and cost benefit analysis.

 
 

Expanded operation and maintenance section, informed by expert panel of practitioners offering more than 40 years combined experience.

 
 

Over 40 MBR membrane products described, with most of the technical specifications provided.

 
 

Over 50 case studies provided, including key design, performance, and operation and maintenance data in almost all cases.

 


Membrane Bioreactors are a major growth area in the water and waste water treatment industries
Internationally-known author, one of the leading senior experts in MBR research
Principles and practice, backed by industrial case studies

The MBR Book: Principles and Applications of Membrane Bioreactors for Water and Wastewater Treatment

Membrane bioreactors (MBRs), in which membranes are applied to biological wastewater treatment for biomass separation, provide many advantages over conventional treatment. However, membrane fouling in MBRs restricts their widespread application because it reduces productivity and increases maintenance and operating costs. Recently much research and development has taken place to investigate, model, and control membrane fouling processes. However, unified and well-structured theories on membrane fouling are not currently available because of the complexity of the biomass matrix, which is highly heterogeneous and includes living microorganisms. Membrane fouling in MBR systems can be reversible (i.e., removable by physical washing) or irreversible (removable by chemical cleaning only), and can take place on the membrane surface or into the membrane pores. Although establishing a general model to describe membrane fouling in such a process is made extremely difficult by the inherent heterogeneity of the syste...

Membrane Fouling in Membrane Bioreactors for Wastewater Treatment

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The status of membrane bioreactor technology

The book covers the subject of membrane bioreactors (MBR) for wastewater treatment, dealing with municipal as well as industrial wastewaters. The book details the 3 types of MBR available and discusses the science behind the technology, their design features, operation, applications, advantages, limitations, performance, current research activities and cost.

As the demand for wastewater treatment, recycling and re-use technologies increases, it is envisaged that the membrane separation bioreactor will corner the market.

This title belongs to WERF Research Report Series 

ISBN: 9781900222075 (Print)

ISBN: 9781780402147 (eBook)

Simon J. Judd

Papers

The MBR Book: Principles and Applications of Membrane Bioreactors for Water and Wastewater Treatment

Membrane Fouling in Membrane Bioreactors for Wastewater Treatment

The status of membrane bioreactor technology

Membrane Bioreactors for Wastewater Treatment

Critical flux determination by the flux-step method in a submerged membrane bioreactor