Browsing Dissertations by Author "Iverson, Guy"
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Evaluation of the use of Wastewater Based Epidemiology as a Surveillance Tool and the Potential effects of Vaccines and Students Beliefs and Practices in Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19 Among Students at East Carolina University
White, Avian (East Carolina University, 2022-12-01)Worldwide, newly emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases and pathogens have led to increases in the number and frequency of disease outbreaks. Although these disease outbreaks are not new, increases in outbreaks have ... -
NITROGEN AND BACTERIA TREATMENT EFFICIENCY OF ONSITE WASTEWATER SYSTEMS IN THE PIEDMONT OF NORTH CAROLINA
Jernigan, Jordan (East Carolina University, 2023-12-01)Onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTSs) are commonly used in rural areas for wastewater disposal. These systems can contribute elevated concentrations of nutrients and bacteria into water resources, resulting in potential ... -
Nutrient contributions from septic systems in nutrient-sensitive watersheds: Quantifying nutrient inputs, reduction methods, and economic feasibility
Iverson, Guy (East Carolina University, 2019-04-30)Eutrophication of surface waters is a global issue threatening aquatic ecosystems and recreational opportunities. Nutrient management strategies exist to reduce nutrient inputs from various sources; however, septic systems ...