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Title: System for enhanced longevity of in-situ microbial filter used for bioremediation

Patent ·
OSTI ID:20015727

An improved method is described for in-situ microbial filter bioremediation having increasingly operational longevity of an in-situ microbial filter emplaced into an aquifer. A method is described for generating a microbial filter of sufficient catalytic density and thickness, which has increased replenishment interval, improved bacteria attachment and detachment characteristics and the endogenous stability under in situ conditions. A system for in situ field water remediation is described.

Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-48
OSTI ID:
20015727
Resource Relation:
Other Information: PBD: 14 Mar 2000
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English