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Finally, it is important to remember that sample processing is an impor-
tant part of any monitoring strategy. As more direct detection methods are
developed, specific sample enrichment techniques suitable for returning
particular pathogens with a high recovery rate are essential. An explana-
tion of existing procedures and a review of the latest literature are given
in Chapter 4. Consideration is also given to how different sample pro-
cessing approaches may be required depending upon the chosen detection
technology.
Several commentators have presented the idea of a distributed network
of sensors that continuously reports on water quality within a catchment
area, enabling appropriate operational decisions. Back in 2001 when Rose
and Grimes summarized the view of a colloquium panel of water experts,
they reported that “water quality monitoring is mired in the past” and they
envisioned a future in which pathogen detection will be performed in real-
time feeding into operational decision making. This topic will examine the
progress that has been made toward delivering novel monitoring technolo-
gies that meet the needs of the water sector, and comments will be made on
directions for future work.
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