Improving access to safe water using Riverbank Filtration Technology [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Karin Leder (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Ajay Mahal ,  Prof Andrew Forbes

Brief description Diarrhoea is a leading cause of death and disease globally, most often due to unsafe water, inadequate sanitation and poor hygiene. River water is a common water source in India, but water quality is often compromised by contamination. Riverbank Filtration technology (RBF) uses natural treatment processes to improve water quality. This project will investigate the effect of improving water quality via installation of RBF systems on diarrhoea incidence in six rural Indian communities.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,056,616.12

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant