Gravity-driven membrane (GDM) filtration has been investigated for almost 10 years. The
technology is characterized not only by relatively lower transmembrane pressures which can …

The goal of the current article is to update new findings in membrane fouling and emerging
fouling mitigation strategies reported in recent years (post 2010) as a follow-up to our …

Microbial biofilms can be both cause and cure to a range of emerging societal problems
including antimicrobial tolerance, water sanitation, water scarcity and pollution. The …

Rainwater harvesting is an ancient practice currently used for flood and drought risk
mitigation. It is a well-known solution with different levels of advanced technology associated …

Since the 1980s, many studies have reported the importance of biofilm carrier roughness on
microbial attachment. Roughness can enhance the wettability (hydrophobicity or …

The application of membrane technology for water treatment and reuse is hampered by the
development of a microbial biofilm. Biofilm growth in micro-and ultrafiltration (MF/UF) …

Imaging of biofilm systems is a prerequisite for a better understanding of both structure and
its function. The review aims to critically discuss the use of optical coherence tomography …

The contribution of biofilms to virulence and as a barrier to treatment is well-established for
Staphylococcus aureus and Enterococcus faecalis, both nosocomial pathogens frequently …

A major problem for the operation of membrane based water treatment systems is fouling of
the membrane surface. Within industrial modules, such as spiral wound modules, feed …

Biofouling causes performance loss in spiral wound nanofiltration (NF) and reverse osmosis
(RO) membrane operation for process and drinking water production. The development of …