Fate and Impact of Antibiotics in Slow-Rate Biofiltration Processes

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This project investigated the synergistic impact of multiple antibiotics on biofilm bacteria that are the heart of slow-rate biofiltration processes use worldwide for the production of drinking water. The research also provided parameters necessary for predicting the fate and impact of antibiotics in drinking water treatment processes such as slow sand filtration and bank filtration. Published in 2012.

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Fate and Impact of Antibiotics in Slow-Rate Biofiltration Processes

Abstract

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Fate and Impact of Antibiotics in Slow-Rate Biofiltration Processes

Microbial Impact of Biological Filtration

Design of Biological Processes for Organics Control

Quantifying Nitrous Oxide and Methane Emissions from Biofilm

Evaluation and Demonstration of Biotechnological Tools and Methods for Improving Biofiltration Operation and Optimization

Inactivation of Amoeba-Internalized Legionella pneumophila by UV-LED and Multi-Barrier Approaches

Inactivation of Biofilm-bound Opportunistic Pathogens in Premise Plumbing Using UVC LEDs

Leading Water Utility Innovation