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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)
Initial Projected Completion Date
05/11/2010