Floc density-driven bacterial community succession orchestrates antibiotic resistance dissemination in activated sludge

Environmental Science Water Research & Technology 2026

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Authors: Yulong Ding, Ke Wang, Chenxin Zhang, Gang Wang, Li Liu, Guowei Chen
DOI: 10.1039/d5ew00515a
Cited by: 0
References: 49

Abstract

In biological wastewater treatment units, bacteria can self-assemble into flocs with heterogeneous structural characteristics.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Wastewater Treatment and Nitrogen Removal Pharmaceutical and Antibiotic Environmental Impacts Wastewater Treatment and Reuse

Publication details

Journal / source
Environmental Science Water Research & Technology
Volume
12
Issue
3
Pages
970–981
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN