Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Environmental Applications of Microorganisms

Environmental Applications of Microorganisms

Microorganisms play a pivotal role in maintaining ecosystem balance by recycling essential elements such as carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus, as well as supporting processes like bioremediation, wastewater treatment, and biofuel production.Microbes in Elemental CyclesIn the carbon cycle, microorganisms decompose organic matter, releasing carbon dioxide via aerobic respiration. This carbon dioxide is subsequently used by photosynthetic organisms to synthesize organic compounds, closing the...

Bioremediation

Bioremediation

Bioremediation is the use of prokaryotes, fungi, or plants to remove pollutants from the environment. This process has been used to remove harmful toxins in groundwater as a byproduct of agricultural run-off and also to clean up oil spills.

Biological Methods for Microbial Control

Biological Methods for Microbial Control

Biological agents offer an effective means of controlling microbial growth by leveraging natural processes like predation, competition, and the secretion of antimicrobial substances.Predatory bacteria such as Bdellovibrio species target and kill pathogens like Salmonella and E. coli. They are widely used in poultry farms to control infections. Myxococcus species help combat plant-pathogenic fungi. These naturally occurring predators serve as eco-friendly alternatives to chemical pesticides and...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Packaging and Integration of a Dual-Polarized MIMO Antenna with Pattern Diversity for Dual-Camera Wireless Capsule Endoscopy.

IEEE transactions on bio-medical engineering·2026

Same author

National-scale acoustic monitoring of avian biodiversity and migration.

Communications biology·2026

Same author

Assessing Potential Data Sources for Landscape-scale Terrestrial Biodiversity Indicators.

Environmental management·2026

Same author

Massively parallel in-sensor skinomorphic computing.

Nature communications·2026

Same author

Narrow thresholds of canopy disturbance determine the microclimate buffering potential of tropical forests.

iScience·2026

Same author

Burn-Safe Biodegradable Magnetocaloric Composites for Temperature-Controlled Biomedical Applications.

Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)·2025

Same journal

Learning Moisture-Induced Damage From Vision: Diffusion Models for Real-Time Monitoring of Additive Manufacturing Processes.

Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)·2026

Same journal

Intrinsic Dual-Phase Regulated GeSe<sub>2</sub> Nanoparticles Triggered by Ball-Milling Treatment for Photonic Multi-Valued Logic Circuits.

Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)·2026

Same journal

A Plant Photoregulator-Inspired S-Type Heterojunction System for Diabetic Keratopathy via Tri-Modal Light-Driven Immunometabolic Reprogramming, Tissue Repair, and Antibacterial Activity.

Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)·2026

Same journal

eEF1G Orchestrates Translation to Ensure Meiotic Progression in Transcriptionally Quiescent Spermatocytes.

Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)·2026

Same journal

Ultrasound-Recharged Sub-Nanometer Palladium Catalysts for on-Demand and Self-Terminating Bioorthogonal Prodrug Activation in Cancer Therapy.

Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)·2026

Same journal

Graphene Aerogels With Spherical Pore Structure for Broad Frequency Regulation and Enhanced Low-Frequency Response.

Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)·2026

See all related articles

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jan 9, 2026

Isolation of Native Soil Microorganisms with Potential for Breaking Down Biodegradable Plastic Mulch Films Used in Agriculture

Isolation of Native Soil Microorganisms with Potential for Breaking Down Biodegradable Plastic Mulch Films Used in Agriculture

Published on: May 10, 2013

Environmental and Ecological Monitoring with Biodegradable Technologies.

Mohammad Javad Bathaei¹, Yaren Bathaei², Zhengwei Liao¹

¹Department of Microelectronics, Delft University of Technology, 2628 CD, Delft, The Netherlands.

Advanced Science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)

|December 2, 2025

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

New wireless biodegradable sensors offer a sustainable solution for ecological monitoring. These devices collect diverse environmental data and degrade naturally, reducing electronic waste.

Keywords:

ecological monitoring environmental monitoring sustainable device sustainable powering transient electronics

More Related Videos

Aerobic Biodegradation Testing of Materials Using a Natural Marine Seawater Inoculum and Closed Loop Respirometer

Aerobic Biodegradation Testing of Materials Using a Natural Marine Seawater Inoculum and Closed Loop Respirometer

Published on: October 24, 2025

Isolation and Screening from Soil Biodiversity for Fungi Involved in the Degradation of Recalcitrant Materials

Isolation and Screening from Soil Biodiversity for Fungi Involved in the Degradation of Recalcitrant Materials

Published on: May 16, 2022

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jan 9, 2026

Isolation of Native Soil Microorganisms with Potential for Breaking Down Biodegradable Plastic Mulch Films Used in Agriculture

Isolation of Native Soil Microorganisms with Potential for Breaking Down Biodegradable Plastic Mulch Films Used in Agriculture

Published on: May 10, 2013

Aerobic Biodegradation Testing of Materials Using a Natural Marine Seawater Inoculum and Closed Loop Respirometer

Aerobic Biodegradation Testing of Materials Using a Natural Marine Seawater Inoculum and Closed Loop Respirometer

Published on: October 24, 2025

Isolation and Screening from Soil Biodiversity for Fungi Involved in the Degradation of Recalcitrant Materials

Isolation and Screening from Soil Biodiversity for Fungi Involved in the Degradation of Recalcitrant Materials

Published on: May 16, 2022

Area of Science:

Environmental Science
Materials Science
Sensor Technology

Background:

Traditional electronic sensors contribute to environmental pollution due to electronic waste.
There is a growing need for sustainable monitoring solutions in agriculture, climate research, and biodiversity protection.

Purpose of the Study:

To critically review the development and application of wireless biodegradable sensors for ecological and environmental monitoring.
To explore materials, degradation mechanisms, fabrication techniques, and power systems for biodegradable sensors.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature on biodegradable sensor materials and their applications.
Analysis of degradation mechanisms (hydrolysis, oxidation, photodegradation, microbial action).
Investigation of compatible, non-toxic fabrication techniques and sustainable powering systems.

Main Results:

Biodegradable sensors utilize environmentally safe transient materials for sensing and data transmission.
Degradation is controlled by environmental conditions and material properties.
Scalable, non-toxic fabrication methods are crucial for mass production.
Sustainable powering is essential for efficient and eco-friendly operation.

Conclusions:

Biodegradable sensors represent a significant advancement in ecological and environmental sensing.
They offer a transformative potential for sustainable, widespread, and cost-effective monitoring.
Further research in materials, fabrication, and power systems will enhance their capabilities.