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AWI Fellow Investigates Greener Solvent for Water Treatment Membrane Manufacturing

University of Alabama researchers have identified a more environmentally friendly solvent for membrane manufacturing thanks to equipment funded by the Alabama Water Institute’s CONSERVE Research Group. A total organic carbon analyzer, or TOC, allows researchers to measure the amount of carbon present in a water sample while determining the efficiency of the new greener solvent…


AWI Awards $110,000 in Research Support to UA Faculty

The Alabama Water Institute is committed to supporting its University of Alabama affiliated faculty members in their needs for equipment, proposals and publications. To assist in their water-related research requirements, the AWI recently awarded $110,341 in multiple grants. The AWI has provided the following funds to seven researchers through the institute’s Equipment Support Program: Dr.…


UA Leading Rural Wastewater Treatment Pilot Program with Grant from Columbia World Projects

The University of Alabama is spearheading a new approach to wastewater treatment in Alabama’s Black Belt region thanks to a grant from Columbia World Projects. The initial investment of $710,000 establishes a pilot program that allows researchers to show that rural underserved areas can have healthier and more affordable access to wastewater management systems. With…


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