Synopsis of recent research by authors named "M C M van Loosdrecht"
- M C M van Loosdrecht's recent research focuses on environmental and microbial systems, particularly the properties and applications of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS), biofilm formation, and the impact of sludge characteristics on wastewater treatment efficiency.
- A significant study examines the differences in hydrogel formation by EPS from flocculent and granular sludge, particularly through the analysis of lipopolysaccharides, contributing to a better understanding of sludge behavior in wastewater management.
- Additional investigations include the effects of heating temperature on biofilm development in shower hoses and the influence of sludge size on the sorption of organic micropollutants, highlighting the complexity of microbial interactions in various settings and their implications for public health and environmental sustainability.