The use of response surface methodology as a statistical tool for the optimisation of waste and pure canola oil biodegradation by Antarctic soil bacteria

• Main Authors: Zahri, Khadijah Nabilah Mohd, Zulkharnain, Azham, Gomez-Fuentes, Claudio, Sabri, Suriana, Abdul Khalil, Khalilah, Convey, Peter, Ahmad, Siti Aqlima
• Format: Article
• Published: MDPI 2021
• Subjects: Q Science (General); QR Microbiology
• Online Access: http://eprints.um.edu.my/28814/
• Institution: Universiti Malaya

Hydrocarbons can cause pollution to Antarctic terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, both through accidental release and the discharge of waste cooking oil in grey water. Such pollutants can persist for long periods in cold environments. The native microbial community may play a role in their biodegrad...