Principles of Environmental Microbiology for Sustainability by Dr. Charles W. Knapp
Dr. Charles W. Knapp
Dr. Charles W. Knapp is a Reader in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow (Scotland) U.K. He has a BSc degree in Business/Economics, MSc and PhD in Environmental Science (University of Kansas, USA).
Microorganisms are omnipresent and capable of impacting the entire biosphere. They, especially the bacteria, are highly diverse in terms of structure and function, and they can play a major role in cycling of nutrients, remediation of contamination, and biotechnology. His research interests have involved the integration of state-of-the-art microbiological measurement technologies and ecological principles into the realm of environmental protection and sustainability.
His research topics range from antimicrobial resistance, stability and resilience of bio-technological processes, and the role of microorganisms in the synthesis of traditional/ historical medicines (which has involved expeditions of volcanos and archived samples from archaeological museums). Currently, he develops strategies for the detection of coronaviruses in wastewater for early detection and rapid responses.
He has >100 publications, is an Associate Editor for three international journals, and has been nominated (5x) and shortlisted (3x) for Best Teacher awards. His teaching philosophy has been to inspire students to try different subjects, become inter-disciplinary, and ‘see the world in a different way’.