Study shows brass devices in plumbing systems can create serious...
A new research study co-spearheaded by Virginia Tech researchers highlights problems with some brass products in plumbing systems that can leach high levels of lead into drinking water, even in brand...
View ArticleScientists move closer to predicting volcano hazard
UK and Russian scientists say they are a step closer to predicting how dangerous a volcano is after developing a method that lets them figure out how individual volcanoes are 'plumbed'.
View ArticleLava fingerprinting reveals differences between Hawaii's twin volcanoes
Hawaii's main volcano chains -- the Loa and Kea trends -- have distinct sources of magma and unique plumbing systems connecting them to the Earth's deep mantle, according to UBC research published this...
View ArticleDisease-causing strains of Fusarium prevalent in plumbing drains
A study examining the prevalence of the fungus Fusarium in bathroom sink drains suggests that plumbing systems may be a common source of human infections.
View ArticleVolcanic plumbing exposed
Two new studies into the "plumbing systems" that lie under volcanoes could bring scientists closer to predicting large eruptions.
View ArticleVolcanic plumbing provides clues on eruptions and earthquakes
Two new studies into the "plumbing systems" that lie under volcanoes could bring scientists closer to understanding plate ruptures and predicting eruptionsboth of which are important steps for...
View ArticleStudying mini earthquakes provides clues to volcanic behavior
(Phys.org) —Open vent volcanoes constantly pop with small eruptions, causing low-level, low-frequency earthquakes. These are not the big high-profile earthquakes that come from the slip of a fault...
View ArticleResearchers explore natural solution to rid household plumbing of dangerous...
(Phys.org) —Microbes are everywhere – thousands of species are in your mouth, and thousands are in a glass of tap water. The ones in your mouth are mostly harmless – as long as you brush and floss so...
View ArticleResearch provides guidance to clean plumbing systems in buildings after water...
A new study provides guidance to health officials and drinking water providers on how to decontaminate plumbing systems.
View ArticleProject focuses on reducing pathogen threat in low-flow water systems
Low-flow building water systems designed to conserve water pose potential health hazards because they may cause an increase in disease-causing organisms and harmful chemicals.
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