On September, 25 Institute of Ecology and Geography organized a special lecture for its students. It was delivered by Professor from major research and educational centre of Israel - Hebrew University of Jerusalem - Elisha Tell Ora.
The scientist told about practical aspects of phytotechnology application in cleaning soil and silt.
In the beginning of his lecture he noted that the main reason for his research was not publication activity, but the opportunity “to make something useful for society”.
Phytotechnology is an emerging field that implements solutions to scientific and engineering problems in the form of plants. It is distinct from ecotechnology and biotechnology as these fields encompass the use and study of ecosystems and living beings, respectively. Current study of this field has mostly been directed into contaminate removal (phytoremediation), storage (phytosequestration) and accumulation (see hyperaccumulators). Plant based technologies have become alternatives to traditional clean up procedures because of their low capital costs, high success rates, low maintenance requirements, end use value, and aesthetic nature.