Optimization of Temperature, Exposure Time, and UV Dose for Effective Inactivation of Escherichia coli in Water Pretreatment Systems
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Background: Escherichia coli (E.coli) is a widely recognised indicator organism for assessing microbial contamination in water systems, particularly due to its association with faecal matter and waterborne diseases.Ensuring effective inactivation of E. coli is crucial for safeguarding public health, especially in decentralised and resourcelimited settings. Conclusion:The findings underscore the importance of optimising disinfection parameters to maximise microbial inactivation while minimising energy inputs.The identified thresholds offer practical guidance for designing efficient water treatment protocols, particularly where chemical-based methods are impractical.Integrating thermal and UV approaches may be especially beneficial in low-resource environments.
Author: Rupak Roy
Language: English
Subfield: Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414034101