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Dynamics of the Genetic Diversity of Subsurface Microbial Communities and Their Applications to Contaminated Site Cleanups
Citation:
KEELEY, ANN. Dynamics of the Genetic Diversity of Subsurface Microbial Communities and Their Applications to Contaminated Site Cleanups. Presented at 21st Annual NARPM Training Program, Kansas City, MO, May 16 - 20, 2011.
Impact/Purpose:
Presentation for the 21st Annual NARPM Training Program in Kansas City, Missouri (May 16-20, 2011)
Description:
When compared to traditional approaches, the utilization of molecular and genomic techniques to soil and groundwater cleanup investigations can reduce inherent parameter variability when conducting bench and pilot-scale investigations or carrying out full-scale field applications. The emerging approach of using molecular biology in dealing with indigenous or introduced microorganisms in contaminated media evaluates alterations in biomass, community structure, diversity, enzymatic activity, as well as stress. Overview of the molecular biological tools and their applications in the cleanup of Superfund and RCRA sites will be presented and discussed. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency through its Office of Research and Development funded the research described here. It has not been subjected to Agency review and therefore does not necessarily reflect the views of the Agency, and no official endorsement should be inferred. Mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation for use.