Thermophilic Fungi

Dr. R K Salar, Professor in the Dept of Biotech., CDLU, Sirsa is an active scientist who has made significant contribution in the field of Biotechnology. He received Grants from DST, UGC, HSCST for R&D. He is a recipient of PDF from the Min. of Edu. Slovakia. He was awarded KACST award (Saudi Arabia) for Best Research Paper published in 3 Biotech Journal. He has published a book entitled Biotechnology: Prospects and Applications from Springer. He is a reviewer of several reputed Journals.

Basic Concepts: Introduction. Origin of thermophily in Fungi. Physiology of thermophilic fungi. Habitat Diversity. Taxonomy, Biodiversity and Classification. Bioprospecting of thermophilic fungi. Taxonomy and Molecular phylogeny of thermophilic fungi. Biodiversity and taxonomic status. The conflict of name change and synonymies. Biotechnological Applications. Role of thermophilic fungi in composting. Bioremediation and Biomineralization. Biocatalysts of Thermophilic Fungi. Future perspectives and Conclusions.