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Project Code [2008-PhD-ET-4-S2]
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Project title
Development of a modified biosorption system for the control of metals in an industry waste stream
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT)
Lead Applicant
Eddy Fitzgerald
Project Abstract
(1) To test a previously designed laboratory prototype fixed-bed sorption column system for a range of metals and to optimize the main related physico-chemical factors such as regeneration cycles, desorption and selective recovery of metals when present in a same waste stream. A closer investigation of the antagonistic effects of antimony is also being carried out.(2) An up-scaling of the prototype sorption column system to simulate industry conditions.
Grant Approved
�22,250.00
Research Hub
Green and Circular Economy
Research Theme
Waste and Resources Management
Initial Projected Completion Date
10/01/2010