Development of a Decision Process for Prioritization of Emerging Pathogens Research

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Reports on using a series of expert workshops in which established decision-making tools would be employed to develop a process for identifying emerging waterborne pathogens of concern as well as future research priorities. Includes a CD-ROM. Research partner: USEPA. Published in 2000.

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Development of a Decision Process for Prioritization of Emerging Pathogens Research

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02/01/2003

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Development of a Decision Process for Prioritization of Emerging Pathogens Research

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Development of a Decision Process for Prioritization of Emerging Pathogens Research

Occurrence of Legionella pneumophila In Drinking Water Distribution Systems

Full-Scale Validation of Cryptosporidium and Giardia Log Reduction in Secondary Biological Treatment

Customer Messaging on Opportunistic Pathogens in Plumbing Systems

Impact of UV Treatment on Microbial Communities in a Full-Scale Drinking Water Distribution System

Understanding the Mechanisms of Chlorine and Chloramine Impact on Opportunistic Pathogens in Distribution Systems

Rapid Detection and Quantitation of Active Microorganisms

Leading Water Utility Innovation