Deadline for manuscript submissions: June 31, 2026

Special Issue Editor

Dr. Feihong Liang Website  E-Mail: feihong.liang@outlook.com

Guest Editor

Yulin University, China
Interests: CO₂ separation and ecological utilization; CO₂ fixation of plant-microbial-soil

Special Issue Information

In an era of escalating environmental challenges, microbial solutions emerge as powerful tools for achieving sustainability. This Special Issue, “Microbial Innovations for Environmental Sustainability: CO₂ Management and Waste Degradation,” brings together cutting-edge research at the intersection of microbial ecology, biotechnology, and environmental science. By integrating themes of CO₂ capture and utilization with microbial degradation of persistent wastes, we create a comprehensive platform for exploring microbial contributions to a circular economy.

We invite submissions that investigate the mechanisms through which microbial communities capture and utilize CO₂, offering novel insights into carbon cycling and ecological utilization. The application of advanced technologies such as meta-omics, biosensors, and artificial intelligence represents a frontier in understanding and enhancing microbial functions, and we particularly welcome studies that leverage these innovative approaches.

Case studies and practical solutions for microbial degradation of plastics and e-waste are urgently needed as these waste streams continue to grow globally. We seek contributions that document successful degradation pathways, identify novel microbial consortia, and evaluate the scalability of these solutions.

Furthermore, this Special Issue emphasizes the integration of microbial processes into broader ecosystem management and restoration efforts. By examining how microbial innovations can be applied across different environmental contexts, we aim to bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and real-world applications.

This collection will appeal to researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking innovative, biology-driven solutions to pressing environmental issues. By highlighting both fundamental discoveries and applied approaches, we hope to accelerate the translation of microbial research into tangible sustainability outcomes. It would cover a broad spectrum of topics, including but not limited to:

1. Mechanisms of CO₂ capture and utilization by microbial communities.
2. Application of advanced technologies (e.g., meta-omics, biosensors, AI) in understanding and enhancing microbial functions.
3. Case studies and innovative solutions for microbial degradation of plastics and e-waste.
4. Integration of microbial processes in ecosystem management and restoration efforts.

Keywords

environmental sustainability

CO₂ capture & utilization

microbial degradation

ecosystem management

restoration ecology

Published Papers