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NEWS CATEGORY - HEALTH/SCIENCE
Study Suggests Water Disinfection Byproducts Pose No Harm to Pregnancy    Aug 29, 08   Reuters, Epidemiology
New research shows disinfection byproducts at regulatory cutoff levels do not raise risk of premature birth or delivery of a small baby
USGS Report States Miami Water Supply at Greater Risk than Expected    Aug 29, 08   South Florida Business Journal
Claim disputed by Miami-Dade Limestone Products Association
SolarBee VP Addresses House Committee on Harmful Algal Blooms    Aug 22, 08   SolarBee
Committee discussed the need to appropriate funds for research producing solutions for controlling HABs
Illinois EPA Releases Final Report on Pharmaceuticals in Drinking Water Supplies    Aug 13, 08   Illinois EPA
Results found no immediate public health risk, only trace levels of prescription drugs and common chemicals
EPA Continues Work to Understand Potential Impacts of Pharmaceuticals in Water    Aug 7, 08   U.S. EPA
Agency is reaching out to the National Academy of Sciences and the health care industry
Cryptosporidium Sickens Swimmers in Texas    Aug 4, 08   The Associated Press
A spike in cryptosporidiosis cases has sickened at least 100 swimmers in North Texas
Dow Biocides Introduces AQUCAR OPP 63 Microbiocide    Aug 1, 08   Dow Biocides
Product launch coincides with 60th anniversary of registration of o-phenylphenol with the EPA
EPA Determines Regulation Not Needed for 11 Potential Drinking Water Contaminants    Jul 25, 08   EPA
None of the contaminants occur nationally at levels of public health concern in public water systems
New WHO/UNICEF Report Assesses Water Supply & Sanitation    Jul 18, 08   WHO
Report finds number of people lacking access to improved drinking water has fallen below one billion for first time since 1990
Cryptosporidium Closes Phoenix Pools    Jul 16, 08   The Arizona Republic
Facilities closed indefinitely; parasite may have sickened 35
Invasive Mussels Focus of Workshop for Water-Supply Professionals    Jul 8, 08   AwwaRF
Workshop in April was co-sponsored by AwwaRF, Southern Nevada Water Authority and Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
NSF Certifies Vapor Control Balls    Jul 3, 08   NSF International
Orange Products’ vapor control balls certified to NSF Standard 61
Recent Press Conference Discussed Significance of Removing Mercury from Dental Wastewater    Jun 30, 08   NSF International
Event highlighted DRNA's compliance with ISO 11143
Action Plan to Reduce Nutrients to Mississippi River Released    Jun 17, 08   EPA
Task force aims to reduce hypoxia in the northern Gulf of Mexico
EPA Releases Great Lakes Beach Sanitary Survey Tool    Jun 2, 08   EPA
Tool designed to help beach managers identify sources of bacterial contamination at their beaches
EPA Releases 2007 Swimming Season Update    May 29, 08   EPA
Report shows beach water quality managers are improving monitoring and prevention
CDC Partners with NSPF to Create Cryptosporidium Outbreak Alert System    May 13, 08   NSPF
System will send e-mail alerts after outbreaks
Study Suggests Golf Course Pesticides May Affect Aquatic Life    May 2, 08   Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry
Study examined the effects of pesticides on fish near two Canadian golf courses
NSF International Launches New Beverage Quality Program    May 1, 08   NSF International
Certification program expands scope and reach to meet bottlers’ increasing needs around the globe
Study Raises Concerns Over Silver Nanoparticles in Wastewater Treatment    Apr 30, 08   University of Missouri
University of Missouri study suggests silver nanoparticles used to kill harmful bacteria may also destory benign bacteria used in wastewater treatment
NSF Provides Documents Addressing Issues of Pharmaceuticals in Water    Apr 15, 08   NSF
Information from NSF reaches a readership of more than 22.8 million
NSF Provides Documents Addressing Issues of Pharmaceuticals in Water    Apr 14, 08   NSF International
Press release was picked up and distributed to a readership of over 22.8 million
Participation in World Water Monitoring Day Increased by 61% in 2007    Feb 28, 08   Water Environment Federation
A total of 46,117 people monitored sites worldwide
Researchers Discover Compounds that Inhibit Cryptosporidium    Feb 12, 08   Brandeis University
Scientists at Brandeis and University of Georgia discover promising approach to treating cryptosporidiosis
Researchers Release New Data on Walleye Methylmercury Contamination    Feb 7, 08   Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry
Data could help Ojibwe tribal members avoid methylmercury consumption
Minnesota Releases Interim Report on POU Study    Feb 4, 08   WQA, Lake Elmo Leader
Report reviews effectiveness of POU treatment devices in removing PFCs from drinking water
AwwaRF to Study How Climate Change Affects Drinking Water Supply    Jan 31, 08   AwwaRF
Initiative will allocate $500,000 to fund ongoing research
Scientists Study Pollutants in Arizona Rivers    Jan 21, 08   The Arizona Republic
Teams from three universities are studying the levels of endocrine disruptors in the state's rivers
AwwaRF Publishes Report on Hydrocarbon Impact    Jan 17, 08   AwwaRF
Report examines impact of hydrocarbons on plastic pipes and gaskets
Minnesota Communities to be Tested for PFCs    Jan 14, 08   WQA and the Lake Elmo Leader
Biomonitoring project to measure PFC levels in adults in Lake Elmo area
High Nitrate Levels Found in Wash. Elementary School's Water    Jan 7, 08   The Yakima Herald-Republic and WQA
Testing showed a nitrate level of 10.36 ppm
University Study Examines Salinity, Water Tables in Arkansas Valley    Jan 2, 08   The Pueblo Chieftain
Colorado State University study looks at the effects of large-scale water changes in the Arkansas Valley
China’s Drinking Water Shortage Grows    Dec 17, 07   USA Today
One million people lack drinking water in southern China
Well Water Quality Tested Near S.C. Nuclear Plant    Dec 10, 07   South Carolina Now
S.C. DHEC to test water quality of home sites near H.B. Robinson nuclear plant
Public Can Comment on Plan to Protect Mississippi River    Nov 21, 07   U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Public comments are invited regarding actions to prevent nutrients from flowing into the Mississippi River.
Wastewater May Become “Fuel Water”    Nov 20, 07   NeoSeeker/Penn State
Penn State researchers are investigating a way to make hydrogen fuel out of waste.
Fluoride Shortage Affects Drinking Water    Nov 19, 07   Evansville Courier Press; Evansville, Ind
A fluoride shortage in Evansville, Ind. has meant several months without fluoride in the water.
Georgia Farmers Worried about Water Resources    Nov 19, 07   The Associated Press
Georgia farmers, who depend on irrigation to sustain their crops, are concerned about losing their irrigation water to Atlanta.
Missing the Mark    Nov 12, 07   Times News; Twin Falls, Idaho
Uranium in Jackpot's water is causing concern.
Schools, Hospital Combat Greenville Water Woes    Nov 12, 07   The Herald
Greenville Water Authority’s boil advisory will likely remain in effect until Nov. 21, the day before Thanksgiving, while the treatment plant’s filtration system is repaired.
Study Examines Climate Change’s Effect on Drinking Water Supply and Quality    Nov 8, 07   AwwaRF
This AwwaRF study gives water providers a realistic grasp of the nature of the risks posed by climate change.
Expert on Lead Points to Aging Water Pipes in U.S.    Nov 8, 07   Earth & Sky Radio
Old U.S. pipe infrastructures should be an area of concern, especially since many of these pipes are made of lead.
Concrete Choices for the Environment    Nov 5, 07   ForConstructionPros.com
A new and more environmentally friendly concrete may help solve stormwater woes.
EPA Approves First Clean Air Act Plan for Reducing Air Pollution Developed by a Tribe    Oct 31, 07   Environmental Protection Agency
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe has emerged as an environmental leader.
RBC Launches $50 Million Blue Water Project and Unveils Global Environmental Blueprint    Oct 31, 07   Canada Newswire
RBC’s Blue Water Project supports projects dedicated to water conservation, watershed protection, access to clean drinking water and other water-related issues.
MRSA “Super Bug” Not Ozone Resistant    Oct 30, 07   International Ozone Association
While the “super bug” MRSA is taking its toll on hospitals and nursing homes, studies have shown that ozone can be an effective means of combating it.
Pond Scum May Have Bright Future    Oct 26, 07   The Moultrie Observer; Moultrie, GA
The phrase “lower than pond scum” has often been thrown around, but that image may change as pond scum may be used as an alternative energy source.
Website Teaches Children the Importance of Washing Their Hands    Oct 24, 07   NSF
The cutely named “Scrub Club” helps kids do something important—fight MRSA.
Tank Water 'Too Contaminated' to Drink    Oct 17, 07   The Sydney Morning Herald
Water tanks, often tapped during droughts, are at risk of containing feces contamination, which puts people at risk for gastrointestinal disease.
Cyptosporidium Outbreak Worsens    Oct 16, 07   KSN News; Wichita, KS
A cryptosporidium outbreak in Wichita, KS is getting worse.
Grease in Sewer Lines is a Problem in Johnson County    Oct 16, 07   The Kansas City Star
Officials fear that grease pollution in the sewer lines could cause a major blowout—again.
US Beaches Harbor Dangerous Diseases    Oct 15, 07   New Scientist
Public beaches nationwide contain a host of pathogens.
Bill Would Require Publicizing Sewage Overflows    Oct 15, 07   Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
A federal right-to-know legislation would protect public health, backers say.
Ohio Among Nation's Top Water Polluters    Oct 12, 07   Newsday.com
Ohio factories have statistically dispensed unauthorized chemicals and untreated sewage into the nation’s waterways more than any other state.
State Lifts Water Boil Order    Oct 11, 07   The Examiner; Independence and Blue Springs, MO
The boil order has been lifted, but the water district is unsure if bills will be reduced.

National Mall Goes Green    Oct 10, 07   SafeLawns.org
A collaboration between the National Park Service, EPA, and SafeLawns.org celebrates their organic maintenance program at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
What Happens to Pharmaceuticals in Wastewater?    Oct 10, 07   National Geographic, The Green Guide
Pharmaceuticals are a serious concern in relation to drinking water safety.
Emerging Treatment Technologies Drive Global Arsenic Mitigation Practices    Oct 9, 07   Frost & Sullivan
Arsenic contamination of drinking water is a growing concern that affects the long-term health of large populations across the globe.
EPA Orders Coachella Valley Mobile Home Owners to Comply with Drinking Water, Waste Requirements    Oct 9, 07   U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Mobile home park residents are entreated to ensure EPA compliance with drinking water and waste requirements.
Brain-Eating Amoeba Found in 12 Tucson Water Wells    Oct 8, 07   The Arizona Daily Star; Tucson, AZ
This sci-fi like amoeba poses a real threat to Tucson’s residents, but chlorinating the water supply can help keep customer’s safe.
CSI: South Portland    Oct 8, 07   Morning Sentinal; Maine
Environmental enforcement officers use forensics to nab polluters.
Experts Keen on Refilling Aquifers    Oct 8, 07   The Denver Post
As the West faces supply issues, many say it's crucial to inject even treated water underground.
New Findings Reported for Giardiasis    Oct 5, 07   The Post Chronicle
A genetic study of the giardia parasite may lead to a better diagnosis and treatment of giardiasis.
Water Suppliers Worried About Warming    Oct 2, 07   Vail Daily; Vail, Colorado
There are several ideas for bolstering storage swirling around the Colorado River.
Giardia Parasite Enjoys Lengthy History of Human Illness    Oct 1, 07   REUTERS, Joel Mancuso, University of California, (Berkeley)
Researchers have discovered that giardia, which water quality professionals are endlessly seeking to remove from drinking water, has a long-standing history of human illness.
CDC Investigates Water Complaints    Oct 1, 07   The Barre-Montpelier Times Argus
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating chloramine water treatment and its effects on citizens.
EPA Strengthens Lead in Drinking Water Rule    Sep 27, 07   United States Environmental Protection Agency
Water treatment professionals should take note of the increased stringency of the EPA rule regarding lead in drinking water.
Iraqi Cholera Outbreak Underscores Importance of Safe Drinking Water    Sep 25, 07   Cincinnati Post
An Iraqi cholera outbreak has citizens boiling their water and taking other precautions to prevent the disease from spreading.
Pollution from New Development Outpacing Bay Cleanup    Sep 14, 07   Baltimore Sun
A Chesapeake Bay development is polluting the Bay faster than communities are able to curb it.
Storms Can Pollute Austin's Water    Sep 14, 07   KVUE News
Austin water professionals warn citizens about common water pollutants.
Making Clean Water Cleaner    Sep 14, 07   Victoria Advocate; Victoria, Texas
This article provides a rundown of many of the ways that water can be filtered to remove impurities and bad taste.
Algae Bloom Blamed for West Babylon Fish Kill    Sep 12, 07   Newsday, Melville, N.Y.
An algae bloom in a West Babylon was the likely cause of a fish die-off last week.
British Columbia Will Fund Study on Using Sewage for Energy    Sep 11, 07   Times Colonist
>The government in British Columbia, Canada, has started a study to see whether flushing a toilet can produce power, fuel and even clean water.
Researchers Awarded $5.2 Million to Study Waterborne Pathogens    Sep 5, 07   University of Virginia
Two University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have been awarded grants to research waterborne pathogens, as well as a single treatment for diseases such as cryptosporidium.
Arsenic Danger May Be Bigger Than Thought    Sep 4, 07   Water Quality Association
Arsenic in drinking water may be a larger issue than most consumers realize.
EPA Reviewing Cancer Risks in Delaware Coal Waste    Aug 29, 07   The News Journal
The Environmental Protection Agency recently released a document pointing out that piles of ash generated by power plants and industry could cause toxic water pollution and high risks of cancer if they are not managed correctly.
University of Queensland Industrial Wastewater Cleaning Process Goes International    Aug 28, 07   University of Queensland
Molecular biologists at University of Queensland's Advanced Wastewater Management Centre will link with leading European researchers to advance a revolutionary “fast sludge” process after receiving $823,00 in Federal Government funding.
Wastewater Chemistry Reveals Patterns of Illicit Drug Use in Municipalities    Aug 22, 07   Phoenix Arizona East Valley City News
A new drug detection method in municipal water systems could help officials to detect drug use patterns and improve preventative measures.
Groundwater Uranium Treated in Marshfield, Vt.    Aug 10, 07   AdEdge Technologies Inc.
AdEdge Technologies, Inc.’s Uranium Adsorption system helps Marshfield, Vt. To clean up its groundwater.
Wider Buffers Better For Water Quality    Aug 2, 07   American Society of Agronomy
Scientists at the EPA collected data to identify trends between nitrogen removal and buffer width, water flow path and vegetation.
New Technique Discovered to Clean Contaminated Water, Purify Hydrogen For Fuel Cells    Aug 1, 07   Argonne National Laboratory
Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory have identified a new technique for cleansing contaminated water and potentially purifying hydrogen for use in fuel cells.
Study Finds Contaminated Water Reaching Florida’s Offshore Keys    Jul 25, 07   University of Georgia
A new University of Georgia study finds that sewage-contaminated groundwater is reaching the offshore reefs of the Upper Florida Keys, possibly threatening corals and human health.
MU Study Explores Environmental Effects of Nanomaterials    Jul 23, 07   University of Missouri-Columbia
A new study at the University of Missouri-Columbia will attempt to discover the effects of nanotechnology on the environment.
Chlorine Pollutants at High Levels in DC Tap Water    Jul 20, 07   Environmental Working Group
Tests conducted by the Environmental Working Group revealed toxic byproducts of the chemicals used to purify Potomac River water are at levels above annual federal health limits.
FDA Does Not Consider Bottled Water Stored in Elevated Temps a Safety Concern    Jun 12, 07   IBWA
The FDA does not consider bottled water stored in elevated temperatures to be a safety concern.
UW-Madison Study Explores Effectiveness of Rain Gardens    May 24, 07   University of Wisconsin-Madison News
Research showed that vegetation plays a lesser role than other factors in how well rain gardens manage storm water runoff.
Pharmaceutical Compounds Found in Nation’s Fresh Water    May 7, 07   Blackwell Publishing
According to a study in the May/June 2007 issue of the journal Ground Water, pharmaceuticals are being found in septic tanks and, consequentially, ground water due to incomplete human metabolism and excretion into the waste stream or by disposal of unused medications in the toilet or down the sink.
Dual Flush Toilets are New Way to Save Water    Apr 16, 07   Caroma
Caroma, an Australian company, has dual flush toilets that feature two buttons: one for liquid waste, the other for solid waste.
Leaders Call for Action on Drinking Water Access    Mar 27, 07   PR Newswire
Leaders of U.S. environmental groups have announced initiatives related to unsafe drinking water and inadequate sanitation in developing countries.
Water Environment Federation and Methanol Institute Launch Safety Program    Mar 14, 07   WEF
The WEF and MI are planning a series of measures to promote chemical safety at water treatment plants.
Wetland Bird Rediscovered in Thailand    Mar 8, 07   AP
A wetland bird that eluded scientists for nearly 130 years has been rediscovered at a wastewater treatment plant in Thailand.
UU Scientists Target Cryptosporidium    Mar 2, 07   University of Ulster
cientists at the University of Ulster in Northern Ireland have made a breakthrough in the global research into cryptosporidium.
University of Delaware Develops New Drinking Water Technology    Feb 27, 07   University of Delaware Daily
Researchers at the University of Delaware have developed an inexpensive, nonchlorine-based technology that can remove harmful microorganisms, including viruses, from drinking water.
Toronto Researchers Study Hyrdrogen from Wastewater    Feb 15, 07   Toronto Star
Researchers in Toronto, Canada, have been studying an effective way to use wastewater to produce hydrogen.
Chlorinated Water May Increase Cancer Risk    Jan 22, 07   American Journal of Epidemiology
A new study shows that drinking, bathing or swimming in chlorinated water may increase the risk of bladder cancer.
Bird Flu Virus Wouldn’t Survive Drinking Water Treatment Systems    Jan 3, 07   Bloomberg.com
Scientists at Cornell University discovered that bird flu viruses probably would not survive sewerage and drinking water treatment systems.
UC Riverside Receives EPA Research Grant    Dec 20, 06   San Bernadino County Sun
Scientists at UC Riverside have been awarded $600,000 from the EPA to develop a fast and inexpensive way of detecting dangerous viruses in drinking water.
EPA Expands Water Contaminant Information Tool    Dec 8, 06   EPA
EPA has expanded the Water Contaminant Information Tool (WCIT) to assist water utilities, public health officials and federal, state and local agencies to better plan for and respond to intentional or accidental contamination events.
New Design for Rain Water Catch Could Solve Drinking Water Shortages    Dec 6, 06   Friends of Water
The UN has reported the results of a study done with the World Agroforestry Centre: In many countries, the shortage of clean water can be entirely resolved by the harvesting of rain water. In some countries, this could supply six or seven times the current need, and provide security against future droughts.
Group Angered Over Wastewater Contaminated Beef    Dec 4, 06   Dow Jones Newswire
A non-profit consumer group is angry that beef inadvertently sprayed with wastewater entered the food supply.
WHO Report Tackles Fluoride in Drinking Water    Nov 21, 06   WHO
Millions of people are exposed to excessive amounts of fluoride through drinking water contaminated from natural geological sources.
Canada Allots $29 Million For Innovative Environmental Projects    Nov 14, 06   Office of Minister of Industry, Canada
The funding is part of three separate projects totaling $79.6 million that will generate environmental benefits, including water quality and energy conservation.
California Releases List of Substandard Water Bodies    Nov 10, 06   The Signal
The State Water Resources Control Board of California has released its most up to date list of state water bodies that do not meet federally mandated Clean Water Act quality standards.
Dow Media Remove Arsenic from Harrah’s Atlantic City Construction Site    Nov 6, 06   Dow Water Solutions
By utilizing ADSORBSIA media, Siemens engineered a system that is able to treat up to 1,000 gal per minute.
NSF International Announces Three Key Promotions    Nov 1, 06   NSF International
NSF International announced three key senior level management promotions that will help advance the organization’s global public health mission.
Research Fails to Connect Breast Cancer and Wastewater    Oct 30, 06   The Cape Codder
A new study has disputed earlier findings that nitrogen in wastewater that enters drinking water could increase a woman’s risk of breast cancer.
Point-of-Use Water Treatment Beneficial in Refugee Camps    Oct 30, 06   Proctor & Gamble
Point-of-use water treatment and improved water storage reduced the incidence of diarrhea by 90 percent when compared to improved water storage alone in camps for the internally displaced in Liberia, according to a study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
University of Idaho Research Investigates Biological Phosphorus Removal Utilizing Proteomic Methods    Oct 25, 06   University of Idaho
Recent national attention to the Spokane River’s phosphorus levels and changing local waste management requirements have provided increased visibility of this research.
Daytona Beach Improves Safety and Cost Efficiency at Ralph Brennan Water Treatment Plant    Oct 20, 06   Severn Trent Services
The plant has been recognized for improving community and plant safety through the use of sodium hypochlorite generation.
Proposals Sought for Research on Trace Organics in Wastewater and Receiving Waters    Oct 12, 06   WERF
WERF anticipates funding of about $2.4 million will be needed for this global challenge over a six-year period (2006 to 2011).
Students Plant a Green Future for the Environment and the Economy    Oct 12, 06   EPA
Student design teams have received $420,000 in grants from the U.S. EPA to research and develop sustainable environmental solutions.
Poughkeepsie Changes Water Purification Method    Oct 12, 06   Hudson Valley News
The water treatment facility in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., will soon disinfect its water with chloramines instead of chlorine.
Sandia Researchers Develop Contaminant Warning Program to Monitor Water Systems in Real Time    Oct 11, 06   Sandia
It’s all part of the EPA’s Threat Ensemble Vulnerability Assessment (TEVA) program to counter threats against water systems.
Pionetics Expands Capabilities of Water Treatment Solution    Oct 2, 06   Pionetics
Pionetics, a developer of drinking water treatment products, announced that its LINX Drinking Water System has now been tested and qualified for removal of chlorine and natural organic matter (NOM).
NC State Environmental Engineering Researchers Use Gene Probing to Improve Wastewater Treatment    Oct 2, 06   NC State University
Municipal and industrial wastewater has to be effectively treated to remove organic and nutrient pollutants before discharge to streams and rivers.
AwwaRF Enlists Team to Develop Guidelines for Calibrating and Using Hydraulic Models    Sep 27, 06   AwwaRF
The research project will develop guidance on creating, calibrating and applying hydraulic models for water distribution systems.
Water For People Uses Positioning Technologies to Monitor International Development Efforts    Sep 26, 06   Water For People
Water For People conducted the pilot study in Honduras in late August. A team of staff and volunteers spent two weeks visiting 33 previously completed project sites.
UNICEF Accelerates Sudan Water Chlorination Programme    Sep 25, 06   UNICEF
UNICEF is accelerating its water chlorination programme in Darfur in order to lessen area’s number of diarrhoeal diseases, including cholera.
University of Illinois Scientists Develop Chemical to Remove Perchlorate    Sep 21, 06   University of Illinois News Bureau
The university developed a new chemical catalyst that uses hydrogen gas to efficiently remove and destroy the harmful perchlorate.
WHO Publishes Third Edition of Guidelines for Safe Use of Wastewater, Excreta and Greywater    Sep 14, 06   WHO
The third edition of guidelines is published in four volumes, addressing, respectively, policy and regulatory aspects, wastewater use in agriculture, wastewater and excreta use in aquaculture and excreta and greywater use in agriculture.
Mount Sinai Researcher Finds Drinking Water Safe to Drink During Pregnancy    Sep 14, 06   Mount Sinai School of Medicine
A team of researchers at the University of North Carolina School of Public Health have determined that drinking water DBPs—in the range commonly encountered in the U.S.—do not affect fetal survival.
Dr. Evan Koslow Accepts Activated Carbon Hall of Fame Award    Sep 6, 06   PACS
Dr. Koslow will present a plenary lecture, “Adsorption Intensification within Immobilized Activated Carbon Structures: Economic Consequences,” at the 18th International Activated Carbon Conference & Courses program.
Proposals Sought for Research to Aid Wastewater Treatment Facilities in the Control of Mercury    Aug 30, 06   WERF
Up to $275,000 will be made available to develop technical guidance regarding the environmental measurement, fate and significance of potentially bioaccumulative mercury.
University to Study Wastewater as Energy Source    Aug 23, 06   Universtiy of Wisconsin-Madison
Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison are studying ways to generate electricity by giving bacteria sunlight and wastewater.
UCSD Conducts Water-Borne Disease Studies    Aug 22, 06   UCSD
Researchers have developed a new approach for assessing the risk to humans of acquiring leptospirosis.