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Favoring PAOs Over GAOs in Wastewater Treatment

by Erik Rumbaugh | Jul 1, 2025 | Biological Nutrient Removal, Wastewater Troubleshooting

As the temperature rises during the summer months, wastewater treatment operators often face a hidden biological battle—Polyphosphate-Accumulating Organisms (PAO) versus Glycogen-Accumulating Organisms (GAO). In Enhanced Biological Phosphorus Removal (EBPR) systems,...

MBBR vs. Granular Activated Sludge: Key Differences in Wastewater Treatment

by Erik Rumbaugh | Jun 20, 2025 | Whitepaper

Both Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) and Granular Activated Sludge (GAS) systems are advanced wastewater treatment technologies that have increased biomass density than conventional activated sludge, their distinct operational principles lead to significant...

Heterotrophic Nitrification: A Potential Game-Changer in Environmental Biotechnology

by Erik Rumbaugh | Jun 12, 2025 | Biological Nutrient Removal

Ammonia oxidation is a cornerstone of the global nitrogen cycle, traditionally attributed to a specialized group of chemoautotrophic bacteria. However, a fascinating and increasingly recognized process called heterotrophic nitrification is performed by a wide range of...

Harnessing White Rot Fungi for Bioremediation and Wastewater Treatment

by Erik Rumbaugh | May 28, 2025 | Bioaugmentation, Soil Bioremediation

In the fight against environmental pollution, scientists and engineers continue to seek innovative ways to degrade toxic compounds that resist traditional biodegradation. Among nature’s unsung heroes, white rot fungi stand out as powerful biological agents capable of...

Harnessing Biological Treatment for Superior Manure Management in Pull-Pits and Lagoons

by Erik Rumbaugh | May 21, 2025 | Bioaugmentation, Sludge

Managing manure in livestock operations is a complex challenge, with problems related to polluted water, odors, and decreased livestock health in enclosed areas. By introducing beneficial biological agents, producers can enhance manure liquefication in pull-pits,...
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  • Harnessing White Rot Fungi for Bioremediation and Wastewater Treatment
  • Harnessing Biological Treatment for Superior Manure Management in Pull-Pits and Lagoons

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