Microscopic image of green sulphur bacteria used for wastewater treatment

Green sulphur bacteria from Peshawar pond show promise in sewage cleanup

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This study identifies green sulphur bacteria isolated from pond water in Peshawar, Pakistan, which demonstrated the ability to reduce pollution markers in wastewater after one week of treatment. The research, published in the Current Journal of Microbiology, highlights the potential of naturally occurring photosynthetic bacteria as a low-cost and environmentally friendly solution for wastewater management.

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