Arsenic

The research conducted by the ITN Center at BUET provides valuable insights into the design criteria and performance of multi-stage filtration units for water treatment in Bangladesh. The study highlights the importance of different filtration stages, their effectiveness in turbidity and color removal, and the significance of specific design parameters for optimal system performance.

This report is the output of a risk assessment of arsenic mitigation options that was undertaken by ITN-BUET over a 12-month period with funding from the Arsenic Policy Support Unit (APSU). This study was meticulously designed and involved the inputs from a number of national and international experts. This study is the first of its kind in a developing country and will support balanced decision making by water and health professionals engaged in arsenic mitigation.