Microbial Source Tracking (MST) Using PCR Detection of CrAss-Like Phage DNA (IMAGE)

Chungnam National University Evaluation Team

Microbial Source Tracking (MST) Using PCR Detection of CrAss-Like Phage DNA

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Scientists from South Korea developed a new PCR-based method for MST of human fecal matter in water in the environment and treatment plants. Applying this method could boost the detection of a greater proportion of fecal contamination.

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Chungnam National University

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