Marine Micro-Algae as Global Reservoir of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon Degraders

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are recognised as priority pollutants to the environment and human health because of their poor water solubility, recalcitrance, inherent toxicity and potential to bio-accumulate in higher organisms EU Water Framework Directive (No. 2000/60/EC). To manage and mitigate the impacts of PAH pollution in the marine environment, it is necessary that we understand the mechanisms involved in their biodegradation.

Short name and number: 
MARPAH (220129)
Name of US Partner: 
THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL
Contact: 

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY (UK) / TAYLOR Sarah

Participating Countries: 
United States
Area: 

No theme specific

Category: 

FP7 Project with U.S. partner