In situ and on-site bioreclamation

Technologies involving the bioremediation of soils and groundwater contaminated with hazardous organic compounds have emerged since microorganisms were found to effectively decompose these contaminants. Methods involving the elimination of these contaminants in situ or by transporting and treating the contaminated sample in a bioreactor were discussed at the Second International Symposium 'In Situ and On-Site Bioreclamation' in San Diego, CA, in Apr 1993. The success of bioremediation depends on the innovative contributions of different disciplines.