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šŸ’§ Why Influent TKN Matters More Than Just Ammonia in Wastewater Treatment

by Erik Rumbaugh | Sep 3, 2025 | Uncategorized

When it comes to nitrogen monitoring in wastewater, ammonia often steals the spotlight. But if you’re only tracking ammonia, you’re missing a critical piece of the puzzle: Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen (TKN). TKN includes both ammonia and organic nitrogen—and...

Heterotrophic Nitrification: A Potential Game-Changer in Environmental Biotechnology

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...

Understanding Nitrite Lock in Wastewater: A Disrupted Nitrification Process

by Erik Rumbaugh | Mar 19, 2025 | Uncategorized

Wastewater 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 a cornerstone of...

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