The persistence of viruses in biofilms from water distribution systems

This research aimed to investigate whether water distribution system biofilms could act as a potential reservoir for viruses. Model water distribution systems were set up in the laboratory and biofilm formation was monitored. Two model viruses, bacteriophage lambda and poliovirus, were introduced in...

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Main Author: Strugnell, Sarah Anne
Published: University of Leicester 2000
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.696784

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