Fluorescence Probes for Real-time Management of Cyanobacterial Blooms in Drinking Water Sources

The frequency and intensity of toxic cyanobacterial blooms in drinking water sources is an increasing issue. The unpredictability of such blooms would make real-time detection methods a potential tool to help to manage the problem. This study therefore aims to investigate the difficulties associated with commercially available in vivo cyanobacteria fluorescence probes and assess the applicability of these probes. To achieve these goals seven fluorescence probes were assessed for cyanobacteria monitoring in laboratory and filed conditions. This presentation explores the sources of bias with probes, methods to reduce the bias and novel applications of the probe for water treatment adjustment.