Project 4140

Enhancing Removal of Viruses in Water Treatment Plants Using Zero-Valent Iron

$220,354
Completed
Principal Investigator
Pei Chiu
Project Manager
Hsiao-wen Chen
Contractor
University of Delaware
Advanced Treatment
Microbes & Pathogens
Treatment

Abstract

Assesses the effectiveness of zero-valent iron (ZVI) to remove the pathogenic viruses that pose a serious threat to drinking water safety. Assesses the long-term performance of ZVI and the impacts of potentially important parameters, including natural organic matter (NOM), dissolved oxygen (DO), and pH, on virus removal. Published in 2011.