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Technical articles on biomass management, molecular diagnostics, and biological wastewater treatment.
Wastewater treatment plants are complex ecosystems with many forms of microscopic life. While bacteria are the primary workhorses, breaking down pollutants, a diverse community of other microorganisms, particularly protozoa, plays …
Apr 21, 2025When running Microbial Community Analysis tests wastewater treatment systems some organisms are seen at very high frequencies. Among them most interesting genera is Paracoccus. We see this organism in municipal, …
Apr 13, 2025Biological wastewater treatment units contain an ecosystem where diverse organisms collaborate to treat the wastewater. These microbial communities play essential roles in removing pollutants, recycling nutrients, and maintaining water quality. …
Apr 7, 2025Biological wastewater relies on multiple microbial communities working together to break down pollutants and recycle nutrients. Among these microbial interactions, syntrophic relationships stand out as a cornerstone of efficient wastewater …
Apr 3, 2025Sulfides are primarily produced through the activity of sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB). These microorganisms use sulfate as an electron acceptor, generating hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) as a byproduct. While this process is …
Mar 19, 2025Wastewater treatment is a carefully orchestrated process where microbial communities play a critical role in transforming harmful compounds into less hazardous forms. Among these transformations, nitrification—a two-step aerobic process—stands as …
Mar 12, 2025Phosphorus is a critical nutrient that, in excess, can lead to eutrophication in water bodies, causing harmful algal blooms and deteriorating water quality. Biological phosphorus removal (BPR) is an effective …
Feb 26, 2025When it comes to wastewater treatment, filamentous bacteria often get a bad rap. However, these microorganisms play a crucial role in the treatment process, especially when present in moderate numbers. …
Feb 12, 2025In wastewater treatment plants, biomass solids is a byproduct of the treatment process. It consists of a mixture of organic and inorganic materials, microorganisms, and bound water. Over time, sludge …
Jan 23, 2025You have probably read about probiotics (bioaugmentation) and prebiotics being used in wastewater treatment, postbiotics are another less talked about potential tool available for optimizing your biomass performance. Postbiotics application …
Dec 10, 2024For aerobic wastewater treatment systems, maintaining Dissolved Oxygen levels is key to efficient treatment. Operating a combination of blowers or surface aerators represents a significant use of energy/utility costs. Picking …
Dec 6, 2024Simultaneous Nitrification-Denitrification (SNdN) is an advanced process used in wastewater treatment to remove nitrogen compounds. Here’s a detailed look at how it works: Process Overview: Nitrification: This involves the biological …