Surface water microbiome response to pyrogenic carbon after a wildland–urban interface fire

Environmental Science Processes & Impacts 2026

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Authors: Lyssa Morgan, Allison Tilzey, Maya A El-Ajouz, Jialin Dong, Cameron Daley, Christopher I. Olivares
DOI: 10.1039/d5em00803d
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References: 74

Abstract

). In addition, predicted metabolic pathways related to the PAH biodegradation intermediates, catechol and protocatechuate, increased significantly at sites downstream of the fire. Overall, our findings suggest pyrogenic carbon from the fire resulted in a detectable shift in microbial community function and composition to favor PAHs degradation just a few months after the fire. This response suggests that PAH-degrading microorganisms are readily found after WUI fires.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Microbial bioremediation and biosurfactants Microbial Community Ecology and Physiology Fire effects on ecosystems

Publication details

Journal / source
Environmental Science Processes & Impacts
Volume
28
Issue
2
Pages
510–521
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN