by Erik Rumbaugh | Jun 12, 2025 | Biological Nutrient Removal
Ammonia oxidation is a cornerstone of the global nitrogen cycle, traditionally attributed to a specialized group of chemoautotrophic bacteria. However, a fascinating and increasingly recognized process called heterotrophic nitrification is performed by a wide range of...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Mar 12, 2025 | Biological Nutrient Removal
Phosphorus 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 and sustainable method used in wastewater treatment plants...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Dec 6, 2024 | Biological Nutrient Removal
Simultaneous 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 oxidation of ammonia (NH₃)...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Nov 5, 2024 | Biological Nutrient Removal
Phosphate Accumulating Organisms (PAO) and Glycogen Accumulating Organisms (GAO) are two types of bacteria that play crucial roles in the enhanced biological phosphorus removal (EBPR) process in wastewater treatment. PAOs are responsible for the uptake and storage of...
