Suitability of inorganic coagulants for algae-laden water treatment: Trade-off between algae removal and cell viability, aggregate properties and coagulant residue.

Inorganic coagulants could effectively precipitate algae cells but might increase the potential risks of cell damage and coagulant residue. This study was conducted to critically investigate the suitability of polyaluminum (PAC), FeCl and TiCl for algae-laden water treatment in terms of the trade-off between algal substance removal, cell viability, and coagulant residue. The results showed that an appropriate increase in coagulant dosage contributed to better coagulation performance but severe cell damage and a higher risk of intracellular organic matter (IOM) release.

Genomic Insights into Combating Anthracnose with an Endophytic Strain.

Anthracnose, caused by spp., is a common disease of . In this study, a strain, GZY63, was isolated from fruit of the anthracnose-resistant cultivar of "Ganzhouyou7.