Water Analysis – News and Features

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Two Previously Unknown Species Use the Toxic Gas Nitric Oxide To Grow
In a long-term culture, scientists find and characterize two new microorganisms growing on the toxic gas nitric oxide, reducing it completely to N2.

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Drug-Resistant Fungus Found Living in Stray Dogs’ Ears
Scientists have discovered and isolated the first live culture of the drug-resistant pathogen Candida auris from an animal, specifically from the ear canals of stray dogs.

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Shrinking Arctic Glaciers Are Unearthing a New Source of Methane
In a new study, researchers identified large stocks of methane gas leaking from the groundwater springs uncovered by melting glaciers in the Arctic.

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Do Microbial Communities Lurking in Water Pipes Pose a Threat?
An engineer has launched a study to solve the unknowns about microorganisms growing inside pipes that bring drinking water to homes and businesses.

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To Keep Pace With Emerging PFAS Regulations, Labs Must Modernize Their Analytical Science
New safety standards for PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, are changing the way we must test products and materials for quality and compliance.

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Promising Treatment Could Recover Valuable Phosphorus From Municipal Waste
Researchers have developed a method to simultaneously remove and recover phosphorus, which today comes mostly from nonrenewable reserves of phosphate rock, from solid municipal waste without adding chemicals.

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Heating Method Rapidly Rids Water Systems of Unwanted PFAS Residues
Researchers have developed an innovative method to rapidly break down PFAS left on the surface of two solid materials after they have been used to filter PFAS from municipal water systems.

Industry Insight
Exploring the Role of Viral Genomics in Pandemic Preparedness
This article discusses why the proactive detection and monitoring of viral threats through genomics studies is vital in preventing future pandemics and empowering healthcare providers in the face of increasing globalization.

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Magnetic Bacteria Able To Survive Deep Ocean
Magnetotactic bacteria, which can align with the Earth’s magnetic field, have been discovered in a new location. Previously observed on land and in shallow water, analysis of a hydrothermal vent proved that they can also survive deep under the ocean.

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Don’t Wait, Desalinate: New Water Purification System Cuts Cost, Energy Expenses
Researchers have developed a new water purification system that uses an electrified version of dialysis to separate salt and other unnecessary particles from the water. The method saves money and saps 90% less energy than its competitors.
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