Microbial composition of a hydropower cooling water system reveals thermophilic bacteria with a possible role in primary biofilm formation

Volume: 37, Issue: 2, Pages: 246 - 256
Published: Feb 7, 2021
Abstract
Microfouling, ie biofilm formation on surfaces, can have an economic impact and requires costly maintenance in water-powered energy generation systems. In this study, the microbiota of a cooling system (filter and heat exchanger) in the Irapé hydroelectric power plant in Brazil was examined. The goal was to identify bacteria that could be targeted to more efficiently reduce biofilm formation. Two sampling campaigns were made corresponding to two...
Paper Details
Title
Microbial composition of a hydropower cooling water system reveals thermophilic bacteria with a possible role in primary biofilm formation
Published Date
Feb 7, 2021
Journal
Volume
37
Issue
2
Pages
246 - 256
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