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Volume 20, Issue 1
  • ISSN: 1872-2083
  • E-ISSN: 2212-4012

Abstract

Background

The increasing industrialization and hydrocarbon use have led to concerning soil contamination. Oil spills and improper disposal of oily waste pose threats to ecosystems and human health. The recovery of these environments is essential, but separating oily components from soil remains challenging. Current bioremediation strategies using synthetic surfactants can cause secondary contamination. Microbial biosurfactants, which are biodegradable and low in toxicity, emerge as promising solutions, and this study reviews methods for utilizing these biosurfactants in the environmental bioremediation of hydrocarbons.

Objective

This study explores the efficient and eco-friendly use of biosurfactants for hydrocarbon-contaminated soil management, providing a market-oriented analysis of recent patents and trends, and highlighting the transition from academic research to industrial applications.

Methods

The methodology involves an extensive literature review, careful selection of recent studies and patents on biosurfactants in hydrocarbon bioremediation, critical analysis of and application methods, assessment of commercial viability, and synthesis of findings to contribute to sustainable solutions in contaminated environments.

Conclusion

The present study demonstrates the extensive applicability of biosurfactants across various industrial sectors. The increasing interest in incorporating biosurfactants into industrial processes is driven by the pressing need for sustainable solutions to address tangible market challenges. Notably, the cosmetics industry exhibited the highest number of patents related to the use of biosurfactants, underscoring its significant role in advancing the adoption of these environmentally friendly agents. This trend highlights the critical demand for sustainable alternatives in product formulations and underscores the pivotal role of biosurfactants in fostering eco-innovation within the industry.

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Biosurfactants Used in the Bioremediation of Soils Contaminated with Hydrocarbons – Overview of the State of the Art and Future Perspectives
Recent Pat. Biotechnol. 20, 3 (2026); https://doi.org/10.2174/0118722083343490241130163344
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Keyword(s): Biosurfactants; environmental remediation; hydrocarbon bioremediation; patent analysis; soil contamination; sustainable solutions

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