Bacterial Biodegradation of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH) and Potential Effects of Surfactants on PAH Bioavailability
Aitken, MD; Grimberg, SJ; Nagel, J; Nagel, RD; Stringfellow, WT
| HERO ID | 1487148 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1996 |
| Title | Bacterial Biodegradation of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH) and Potential Effects of Surfactants on PAH Bioavailability |
| Authors | Aitken, MD; Grimberg, SJ; Nagel, J; Nagel, RD; Stringfellow, WT |
| Volume | GRA and I |
| Abstract | The purposes of this project were to evaluate whether indigenous microorganisms from polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH)-contaminated soils produce surfactants (biosurfactants) as a means of enhancing the bioavailability of PAH; to improve the understanding of the general physiology of a diverse group of PAH-degrading bacteria; and to study in general how surfactants influence the biodegradation of hydrophobic chemicals. |
| Report Number | NTIS/03001217 |
| Is Certified Translation | No |
| Dupe Override | No |
| Comments | Journal: Govt Reports Announcements and Index ISSN: |
| Is Public | Yes |
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