Publications by authors named "Jill Christin Falman"
Food Environ Virol
March 2018
Article Synopsis
- - Environmental surveillance of poliovirus (PV) is crucial for global eradication efforts, with the bag-mediated filtration system (BMFS) enhancing effectiveness compared to the WHO's two-phase grab method.
- - The study improved the BMFS for use in wastewater and surface waters in Nairobi by modifying aspects such as bag size and filter design to increase efficiency.
- - The enhanced BMFS can concentrate larger volumes of water (3-10 L down to 10 mL), resulting in a 6-20 times greater effective volume assayed than the WHO method, potentially reducing false-negative results and simplifying logistics for virus detection.
Food Environ Virol
December 2017
Article Synopsis
- Environmental surveillance of poliovirus and non-enveloped viruses is crucial for detecting silent outbreaks and ensuring successful eradication efforts.
- The study tested a bag-mediated filtration system for filtering water samples, finding that preservatives (sodium benzoate and calcium propionate) and antibiotics improved the longevity and recovery of viruses like poliovirus type 1 during storage.
- Using these additives can enhance virus detection in environmental samples, making it easier to monitor and respond to potential health threats caused by viral circulation.
