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Project Code [2008-S-ET-3]
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Project title
Comparison of two biofilm technologies at an EPA/NUI Galway/ Galway County Council small town
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG)
Lead Applicant
Edmond O'Reilly
Project Abstract
Researchers in the Civil Engineering Department (the supervisors of the proposal) have recently developed a research and demonstration wastewater treatment facility with funding obtained from the EPA, NUI Galway and Galway County Council. At this research facility, an opportunity exists for a Master?s study to be conducted comparing two different wastewater treatment technologies (namely the pumped flow biofilm reactor (PFBR) and the biological aerated filter (BAF) process) in the following ways: nutrient removal efficiency; operating costs; sludge production; and ease of operation. Best-practice guidelines will be prepared on these systems. The graduate student will gain considerable experience in the operation of wastewater treatment systems.
Grant Approved
�40,000.00
Research Hub
Natural Environment
Research Theme
Protecting our Water Resources
Initial Projected Completion Date
08/09/2010