Project 162

UV - Vis Spectroscopy for Detection of Protozoa and Evaluation of Water Quality

$327,584
Completed
Principal Investigator
Joan Rose
Project Manager
Kate A Martin
Contractor
University of South Florida
Advanced Treatment
Microbes & Pathogens
Treatment
Water Quality

Abstract

Develops instrumentation based on ultraviolet-visible (UV - Vis) spectroscopy for use as a particle analyzer to detect, identify, and quantify Cryptosporidium oocysts and Giardia cysts. Ended in 2000. A report of partial findings is available to Foundation subscribers.