Superfund Research Program
Novel Rhamnolipid Surfactants for Recovery of Critical Elements and Remediation of Metal Contaminated Waste Streams
Project Leader: Chett Boxley
Grant Number: R43ES029423
Funding Period: Phase I: March 2018 - August 2019
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- 326 - New Technique Yields Promising Results for Uranium Removal in the Field -- Boxley, Maier
Release Date: 02/02/2022A technology developed by NIEHS-funded Superfund Research Program (SRP) researchers may remove uranium and other heavy metals from groundwater near abandoned mines. Small business GlycoSurf, LLC worked with partners at the University of Arizona SRP Center to determine the best environmental conditions for effectively removing uranium from contaminated water.