Enabling technologies
The Enabling Technologies research programme focuses on the latest developments in technology, materials, informatics and genomics, with a view to translating and applying them to water management, while bearing in mind key factors such as costs, safety, sustainability, societal acceptance, and the legal and regulatory framework.
The Enabling Technologies research programme focuses on the latest developments in technology, materials, informatics and genomics, with a view to translating and applying them to water management, while bearing in mind key factors such as costs, safety, sustainability, societal acceptance, and the legal and regulatory framework.
Enabling technologies
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Enabling technologiesHydrogenomics
Genomics is increasingly being used in the water sector to monitor water quality for its safety and health and to determine its biodiversity. KWR researches the applicability of DNA techniques...
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Enabling technologiesInnovative water treatment technologies
Drinking water treatment is subject to many demands, while circumstances are becoming increasingly complex. KWR’s multifaceted expertise in the field of water treatment technologies addresses a number of the questions...
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Enabling technologiesFuture-proof networks
Even if the Netherlands has a superbly functioning drinking water network, parts of it are aged and will need to be renewed in the years ahead. During the process, both...
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Enabling technologiesAdvanced materials
Detecting and removing freely water-soluble emerging contaminants calls for advanced materials and technologies. KWR develops knowledge about new materials and technologies to detect and remove emerging contaminants in the watercycle.