The development of rapid and accurate methods for the detection of waterborne pathogens, or their indicators, prior to the outbreak of disease is a major research focus in this laboratory.
We incorporate the following techniques into our research efforts: culture (plating, enzyme substrate), real-time PCR, digital PCR, MALDI-ToF mass spectrometry, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and microscopy.
Recent research projects include:
- Validating qPCR-based methods for the rapid detection of waterborne enterococci, and E. coli, impacting New York State recreational waters
- Developing a digital PCR method for detecting cyanotoxin genes in NYS recreational waters
- Developing qPCR methods for identifying sources of fecal contamination in recreational and drinking waters and microbial contaminants in cannabis products
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