Reference library for microbial source tracking in the mid-Atlantic United States.

Malique BowenIbrahim F FaragChristopher R Main Jennifer F Biddle

Published in: Microbiology resource announcements (2023)

Microbial source tracking can determine fecal contamination but requires a relevant, sizable reference library for analysis. We provide a reference library of 100+ fecal microbiome samples relevant to mid-Atlantic United States ecosystems. Included are wild and domesticated fauna, wastewater, and septic samples applicable to Delaware source tracking studies.

Keyphrases

microbial community
climate change
acute kidney injury
risk assessment
wastewater treatment
drinking water