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Enhancing Aquaculture Efficiency with AB PALU – Aster Bio’s Multiple Enzyme Blend

by Erik Rumbaugh | Jul 30, 2025 | Whitepaper

Executive Summary Aquaculture is rapidly evolving to meet global protein demands while minimizing environmental impact. This whitepaper explores the integration of AB PALU – a targeted multi-enzyme blend produced by aseptic fermentation of Bacillus subtilis.  AB...

MBBR vs. Granular Activated Sludge: Key Differences in Wastewater Treatment

by Erik Rumbaugh | Jun 20, 2025 | Whitepaper

Both Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) and Granular Activated Sludge (GAS) systems are advanced wastewater treatment technologies that have increased biomass density than conventional activated sludge, their distinct operational principles lead to significant...

Impact of Surfactants on Wastewater Treatment Plants

by Erik Rumbaugh | Feb 3, 2025 | Uncategorized, Wastewater Troubleshooting, Whitepaper

Surfactants, or surface-active agents, are among the most common chemcials used in both households and industrial facilities. Found in everything from personal care products to industrial cleaners, these chemical compounds reduce surface tension between two...

Understanding Bacterial Gene Expression: The Impact on Phenotype vs. Genotype

by Erik Rumbaugh | Jan 19, 2025 | Wastewater Microbiome, Wastewater Organisms, Whitepaper

In the world of microbiology, understanding the relationship between genotype and phenotype is crucial for advancing wastewater treatment technologies. Bacterial gene expression plays a pivotal role in this dynamic, influencing how genetic information translates into...

The Differences in EPS: Activated Sludge Flocs vs MBBR Media Biofilm vs Granular Activated Sludge Granules

by Erik Rumbaugh | Dec 30, 2024 | Whitepaper

Extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) play a crucial role in the formation and stability of microbial aggregates such as biofilms, flocs, and granules. These substances are essential for microbial adhesion, aggregation, and protection against environmental...

The Role of Biological Wastewater Treatment in Removing Pharmaceutical Compounds

by Erik Rumbaugh | Dec 19, 2024 | Whitepaper

Pharmaceuticals consist of many recalcitrant compounds that are not readily biodegradable and, in some cases, inhibitory to wastewater treatment systems. While we often hear about forever chemicals such as PFAS, many common pharmaceuticals also can have a negative...
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  • The Role of F/M Ratio and MCRT in Wastewater Biodiversity
  • Enhancing MLSS Settleability and Compaction: Strategies for More Efficient Secondary Clarifiers
  • Energy-Efficient Mixing: Large Air Bubbles in Anoxic Zones for Enhanced Denitrification
  • From Free Floaters to Organized Communities: How Bacteria Become Floc or Biofilm in Wastewater Treatment

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  3. Erik Rumbaugh on Differences in aeration system Oxygen Transfer Efficiency (OTE) and why it is important to wastewater treatment
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