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Effect of turbulence on E.coli viability: a simulation of Combined Sewage Overflow (CSO) discharge in the Great Lakes

The purpose of this project is to quantify the flow parameters of E. Coli by performing laboratory experiments. The set-up is a jet discharging into a larger tank. E.coli is collected at different locations and allowed to grow for 48 hours. Then, E.coli colonies are quantified.

Student Tasks and Responsibilities: Perform the lab experiment and assist in the data analysis.

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