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Microbial Degradation of Drugs and Feed Additives Used in Fish Farming (Aquaculture)

Objective

1) To develp a standardized method to evaluate the biodegradation of drugs and feed additives used in fish farming (aquaculture). 2) To determine the biodegradation rates and metabolic fate of the antibiotic erythromycin in aquaculture water and sediments.

More information

FY 2000 Accomplishments: Microbial degradation of antibiotic erythromycin was studied using NCTR microcosm test system that mimics natural environment. FY2001 Plans: A project completion report will be submitted

Investigators
Pothuluri, Jairaj
Institution
DHHS/FDA - National Center for Toxicological Research
Funding Source
Nat'l. Center For Toxicological Research
Project number
E0690101
Categories
Chemical Contaminants