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University of Bath is a university that is part of the pulse of the water sector. Here we bring together everything it publishes on Smart Water Magazine: its news, its blogs and the events it takes part in.

Student-made water quality monitor can help isolated communities track safe water sources
7 Nov 2023

Student-made water quality monitor can help isolated communities track safe water sources

Portable device combines miniature testing equipment with GPS to create safe water map.

Do or dye: synthetic colours in wastewater pose a threat to food chains worldwide
27 Oct 2023

Do or dye: synthetic colours in wastewater pose a threat to food chains worldwide

The ecological and health threats of synthetic dyes entering wastewater systems have been detailed in a new study, which calls for new laws worldwide

New method for purifying drinking water could be used in disaster zones
21 Sept 2023

New method for purifying drinking water could be used in disaster zones

Scientists have developed a new method that converts seawater into drinking water that could be useful in disaster zones where there is limited electrical power.

Mussel-inspired membrane can boost sustainability and add value to industrial wastewater treatment
7 Aug 2023

Mussel-inspired membrane can boost sustainability and add value to industrial wastewater treatment

New nanoporous membrane allows highly efficient separation of wastewater components for reuse, offering industries sustainability and added-value benefits.

Porous materials network launched at the University of Bath
24 Jul 2023

Porous materials network launched at the University of Bath

Network will find and investigate materials for applications in renewable energy, drug delivery, water purification and more.

Large ponds can cool cities, but small ones can make temperatures and pollution worse, finds study
24 Apr 2023

Large ponds can cool cities, but small ones can make temperatures and pollution worse, finds study

Large bodies of water in urban areas can be effective at removing pollutants and heat from cities, but smaller ones can actually make the problem worse.

Next epidemic could be spotted early in wastewater, say scientists
23 Mar 2023

Next epidemic could be spotted early in wastewater, say scientists

Bath scientists worked with the water industry and UK Health Security Agency to pilot the first UK public health surveillance system that analyses wastewater.

Study: Climate anxiety an important driver for climate action
5 Sept 2022

Study: Climate anxiety an important driver for climate action

A study from CAST finds that whilst climate anxiety is low amongst the UK public, it may be an important driver of climate action such as cutting down on waste.