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🌟 **Effluent Decontamination Systems (EDS) for BSL-2, 3, and 4 Liquid Waste** 🌟 In facilities handling potentially hazardous biological waste, the Effluent Decontamination System (EDS) is crucial for safe treatment and disposal. This system is designed for biological labs, medical facilities, and industrial processes, ensuring genetically modified organisms, viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens are neutralized. Key features include: - **Collection and Segregation:** Effluents are categorized based on contamination levels. - **Thermal Treatment:** Effluent is heated to 121°C to 134°C to kill biological contaminants. - **Chemical Disinfection:** Utilizes disinfectants like chlorine, ozone, or hydrogen peroxide. - **Filtration:** Advanced methods include membrane bioreactors and activated carbon filters. - **Monitoring and Quality Assurance:** Continuous monitoring ensures efficacy and compliance with regulatory standards. The treated effluent is safely discharged into municipal sewage systems or natural water bodies. EDS is essential for biological research labs, medical facilities, pharmaceutical industries, and agriculture to prevent pathogen dissemination and nutrient pollution. 👉 **Learn more about EDS at Qualia Bio: https://lnkd.in/e_X-wMyj 👍 **Like, comment, and share to spread awareness about the importance of EDS in maintaining environmental integrity** #EffluentDecontamination #BSL2 #BSL3 #BSL4 #BiologicalWaste #EnvironmentalProtection #WaterTreatment #RegulatoryCompliance #Sustainability #GreenChemistry #Nanotechnology #AIandMachineLearning

💫 Article No. 11 in line of AMR Info Series: WATER Research Group, Bioengineering ✨ Do you know what restricts the implementation of effective AMR monitoring in environment? Is there lack of standardized methods to detect, analyze and prevent the evolutionary and epidemiological risk of AMR? ✨ Here comes the interesting study entitled as “Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring of Water Environments: A Framework for Standardized Methods and Quality Control”, which provides the key findings to mitigate environmental spread of AMR, by performing a systematic literature review, expert survey, and expert workshop towards framing an effective monitoring strategy. ✨ The article discusses about: - The critical environmental dimensions of AMR that should be taken into consideration in developing a monitoring program - Expound upon the strengths and weaknesses of culture-, quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR)-, and metagenomics-based methodologies - Summarize fundamental insights that have been gained through their application to the study of wastewater, surface water, and recycled water environments - The decision tree developed herein can provide a framework that is adaptable to specific monitoring locations, objectives, can support more detailed guidance, including standard operating procedures and data comparability to achieve the global AMR surveillance goals. ✨ To explore more find the article DOI below: https://lnkd.in/gh6yxcUs Thanks to the authors Krista Liguori, Ishi Keenum, Benjamin Davis, Jeanette Calarco, Erin Milligan, Valerie Harwood, Amy Pruden for providing such vital information ✨ Happy reading and knowledge sharing! Stay connected 🔔 #AntimicrobialResistance #Environment #Montitoring #US-EPA #JPIAMR #SEARCHER #EMBARK #NARMS #GLASS #ScientificNetworking #ResearchCollaborations

Just came across this article on WWD Magazine's website about new research tackling the challenge of pharmaceutical pollution in wastewater 💧🌍. Scientists have developed a promising method to break down the antidepressant sertraline, a common pollutant in our water systems. This advancement could be a game-changer in preserving our environment and ensuring cleaner water for future generations. 🌱🔬 Click the link to read the full article! #CleanWater #EnvironmentalScience #Innovation

A step forward to knowledge based replacement of animal experiments

Summary: The article discusses the treatment of ammonia-rich wastewater from traditional Chinese medicine residue utilization. It highlights the importance of efficient treatment processes for organic wastewater generated during the recovery processes of Chinese medicine residues. The study introduces a novel anaerobic-microaerobic two-stage process involving EGSB and MBSBR systems to effectively treat high ammonia nitrogen organic CMR wastewater. Hashtags: #ChineseMedicine #WastewaterTreatment #BioTreatment #AmmoniaNitrogen #SustainableDevelopment Tip: To improve the efficiency of wastewater treatment processes at home or in industrial settings, consider incorporating microaeration techniques to regulate dissolved oxygen levels. This can create a unique environment that enhances microbial activity and aids in the removal of pollutants, promoting better water quality and sustainable practices. Hashtags: #Microaeration #WaterQuality #PollutionControl #WastewaterManagement #Sustainability Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eNVjGBj6 BioMedHack.com is your leading source for the latest news, breakthroughs, and insights in medicine, biohacking, and alternative medicine. Our mission is to help you live healthier and longer by bringing you cutting-edge information and expert advice. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X.

Unlocking pesticide-AOP connections with the Adverse outcome pathways (AOP)-helpFinder 2 tool: https://lnkd.in/ec-7cuuf 🌱🔬 #RiskAssessment #AlternativeMethods

A municipal wastewater treatment plant was planning to carry out an expensive capital upgrade to improve treatment performance and bring the plant into compliance. Find out how LuminUltra's GeneCount® Next Generation Sequencing provided invaluable insights, saving significant costs on potential upgrades. ➡ https://lnkd.in/gjmvNjak #LuminUltra #microbialmonitoring #wastewatertreatment #wastewatertesting

The seas exert a major influence on the environment, with its naturally existing biological richness. While certain marine animals help us in our daily lives, others have a detrimental effect on other living things and can lead to illnesses like cancer.This is an international problem that impacts all countries. A thorough strategy is required to address this. Finding the sources of environmental issues can be aided by conducting targeted analyses. To comprehend these problems, impact assessments and method validations utilizing methods such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC/MS) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) are essential. Important insights can also be obtained from outlier analysis. Key performance indicators (KPIs) are crucial when discussing sales. They aid in determining the underlying reasons for peak levels and sales trends. By concentrating on these places, we can try to keep biodiversity high and stop the extinction of species. Individual efforts are where it all begins. #Environment Advocate #Sales Advocate #Analytical Advocate

A new biochar-supported photocatalyst, BC/FeOOH/Bi₂MoO₆, efficiently degrades tetracycline through combined photocatalysis and Fenton-like reactions. It achieves 97% degradation in 40 minutes, with enhanced charge separation and broad pH adaptability, offering a sustainable solution for antibiotic contamination in wastewater treatment. https://buff.ly/3XEYMNx #Biochar #Pyrolysis #CarbonCapture

Wastewater molecular testing gives deep insights into the microbial workers in your treatment system. Aster Bio brings leading advanced technologies in a format that is useful for making operational decisions.