Inhibitors Enable Rapid Start-up and Stable Operation of Partial Nitrification: Effects, Mechanisms and Challenges

Key Points

• Partial nitrification demonstrates improved operational stability with the use of inhibitors, allowing for rapid start-up.
• A key finding showcases that inhibitors effectively increase microbial activity, impacting nitrate and ammonium levels significantly.
• Assessment using targeted inhibition strategies reveals the underlying mechanisms that facilitate a quicker stabilization of processes.
• This approach indicates the potential of using inhibitors to optimize wastewater treatment systems, needing further external validation.