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Project Code [2007-PhD-Eh-2]

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Project title

Antimicrobial resistant enterococci (ARE) in Irish watersSources, transfers and impacts

Primary Funding Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

n/a

Lead Organisation

University of Ulster

Lead Applicant

James Dooley

Project Abstract

Antimicrobial resistant enterococci (ARE) are increasingly important pathogens, yet environmental data are scarce. We will explore ARE sources, transfers and potential impacts on recreational waters.ARE occurrence is widespread in subcatchments of the Blackwater River. They would pose a health hazard if they were transferred to Lough Neagh. The project includes sampling daily cycles during low flows and flood events in headwaters and a similar regime for Lough Neagh. Molecular epidemiological methods (MLST) will be used for ARE source tracking. Survival times and resuscitation potential of enterococci strains will be determined to assess their potential threat in water.

Grant Approved

�94,895.00

Research Hub

Healthy Environment

Research Theme

Impacts on Aquatic Ecosystems & Human Health (including Drinking Water)

Start Date

05/11/2007

Initial Projected Completion Date

05/11/2010