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Project Code [2008-PhD-WRM-5]
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Project title
Novel bioaugmentation product for Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) degradation
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
Dublin City University (DCU)
Lead Applicant
Brid Quilty
Project Abstract
A novel bioaugmentation product will be developed for use in the biodegradation of waste fats, oils and greases (FOGs). The product will comprise a mixture of bacteria that will degrade the FOGs so that they do not cause problems in sewers, pumping stations and inlet works of municipal wastewater treatment plants. Initially, the project will involve screening bacterial strains, in the laboratory, for their ability to biodegrade FOGs efficiently. This will lead to the development and testing of fully formulated multi-strain products in pilot scale. The final formulations will be tested in operational biological grease traps to validate their performance.
Grant Approved
�91,824.00
Research Hub
Green and Circular Economy
Research Theme
Waste and Resources Management
Initial Projected Completion Date
01/10/2011