Project 2617

Occurrence Survey of Pharmaceutically Active Compounds

$320,039
Completed
Principal Investigator
David Sedlak
Project Manager
Djanette Khiari
Contractor
University of California at Berkeley
Advanced Treatment
Endocrine Disrupting Compounds and Pharmaceuticals & Personal Care Products (EDCs & PPCPs)
Treatment

Abstract

Investigates the occurrence of a limited number of pharmaceutically active compounds in source and treated waters. Uses findings to further define and prioritize future research on the occurrence, treatment, and potential public health impacts of pharmaceutically active compounds in water. Research partner: WateReuse Foundation. Published in 2005.