Bioremediation of Hydrocarbons via Geobacillus

Author

Amanda T. Lade, University of New HampshireFollow

Date of Award

Spring 2014

Project Type

Senior Honors Thesis

College or School

CEPS

Department

Chemical Engineering

Program or Major

Chemical Engineering

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science

First Advisor

Kang Wu

Abstract

Hydrocarbon remediation is a vital aspect of environmental cleanup, especially in soil and groundwater to ensure the health and safety of the public’s drinking water. A possible solution to this contamination is bioremediation, the use of microorganisms to degrade pollutants. This research analyzes the effectiveness of Geobacillus as a hydrocarbon degrader for the use of bioremediation. Twelve strains were identified from oil-contaminated sources and grown in minimal media with crude oil as the carbon source. Growth was observed in the crude oil samples, demonstrating the possibility of bioremediation of hydrocarbons via Geobacillus.

Recommended Citation

Lade, Amanda T., "Bioremediation of Hydrocarbons via Geobacillus" (2014). Honors Theses and Capstones. 172.
https://scholars.unh.edu/honors/172