Impact of UV Disinfection on Biological Stability

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Evaluates the impact of ultraviolet disinfection on biofilm accumulation in drinking water distribution systems. Compares the effectiveness of chlorine dioxide, free chlorine, and monochloramine as secondary disinfectants for reducing bacterial regrowth (bulk water and biofilm cells) in the presence and absence of UV disinfection. Published in 2004.

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Impact of UV Disinfection on Biological Stability

Abstract

Resources

Impact of UV Disinfection on Biological Stability

Impact of UV Disinfection on Biological Stability

Seasonal Chlorination Practices and Impacts to Chloraminating Utilities

Chemically Enhanced Biological Filtration to Enhance Water Quality and Minimize Costs

Impact of Disinfectants on Transmission, Treatment, and Distribution System Performance: Phases I and II

Inactivation of Amoeba-Internalized Legionella pneumophila by UV-LED and Multi-Barrier Approaches

Inactivation of Biofilm-bound Opportunistic Pathogens in Premise Plumbing Using UVC LEDs

The Water Research Foundation and One Water: Synthesis Reports on Accomplishments in the One Water Space

Your Water System is Not Isolated - Interdependencies are Important