Dual-function of nitrogen removal and autoinducer-2 quorum quenching improves MBR performance in treating TMAH-containing wastewater

Key Points

• Enhanced nitrogen removal improved overall membrane bioreactor performance.
• The approach combines quorum quenching and nitrogen removal to treat TMAH-containing wastewater.
• Observational analysis across various wastewater conditions highlights the dual function of autoinducer-2.
• These findings may enable more effective management of TMAH wastewater challenges.