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...
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...
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...
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...
by Aster Bio | Oct 11, 2024 | Whitepaper
Reading an MCA report is simple with a little guidance. Aster Bio’s Microbial Community Analysis (MCA) test involves extracting genetic material from the MLSS and then using the 16S rRNA regions for microbial identification. Sequencing the 16S region gives us the...
by Aster Bio | Oct 10, 2024 | Whitepaper
While less known than polymers, antifoams, or odor masking agents, bioaugmentation proves useful for correcting biomass insufficiency. Unlike pure chemical options, bioaugmentation works by enhancing the microbial community and restoring steady-state or mature biomass...
