Cyanobacterial Toxins of Drinking Water Supplies

This bookdocuments the biology, chemistry, toxicology, and human health implications of cylindrospermopsins and microcystins and their occurrence in water supplies. A renowned expert instrumental in revising the World Health Organization's drinking water guidelines for cyanotoxins, the author discusses the potential risks and costs from cyanobacterial blooms in water supplies and provides a lucid analysis of present and emerging issues in the ecology, safety, and treatment of drinking water. It is an authoritative resource for professionals, researchers, and policymakers in drinking and recreational water management, water supply utilities, analytical laboratories, and public health offices.