Molecular tools for bathing water assessment in Europe: Balancing social science research with a rapidly developing environmental science evidence-base.
Molecular tools for bathing water assessment in Europe: Balancing social science research with a rapidly developing environmental science evidence-base.
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DOI：
10.1007/s13280-015-0698-9
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发表时间：
2016-02
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6.5
通讯作者：
Quilliam RS
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作者：
Oliver DM;Hanley ND;van Niekerk M;Kay D;Heathwaite AL;Rabinovici SJ;Kinzelman JL;Fleming LE;Porter J;Shaikh S;Fish R;Chilton S;Hewitt J;Connolly E;Cummins A;Glenk K;McPhail C;McRory E;McVittie A;Giles A;Roberts S;Simpson K;Tinch D;Thairs T;Avery LM;Vinten AJ;Watts BD;Quilliam RS
The use of molecular tools, principally qPCR, versus traditional culture-based methods for quantifying microbial parameters (e.g., Fecal Indicator Organisms) in bathing waters generates considerable ongoing debate at the science–policy interface. Advances in science have allowed the development and application of molecular biological methods for rapid (~2 h) quantification of microbial pollution in bathing and recreational waters. In contrast, culture-based methods can take between 18 and 96 h for sample processing. Thus, molecular tools offer an opportunity to provide a more meaningful statement of microbial risk to water-users by providing near-real-time information enabling potentially more informed decision-making with regard to water-based activities. However, complementary studies concerning the potential costs and benefits of adopting rapid methods as a regulatory tool are in short supply. We report on findings from an international Working Group that examined the breadth of social impacts, challenges, and research opportunities associated with the application of molecular tools to bathing water regulations.
