Understanding and Addressing Reservoir Souring: Costs, Challenges, and Solutions Reservoir souring is a common and costly challenge in the oil and gas industry, especially during secondary recovery processes. This phenomenon is primarily caused by the activity of sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) and sulfate-reducing archaea (SRA), which metabolize sulfate ions in water to produce hydrogen sulfide (H₂S).…
Creating Environmental Insights with QuantArray® Chlor Environmental remediation continues to evolve, and Microbial Insights Inc. is at the forefront of this transformation with its groundbreaking technology: QuantArray® Chlor. Let’s dive into the power of this innovative solution that has been revolutionizing the assessment of chlorinated solvent-contaminated sites since 2012. Targeted Analysis, Unparalleled Results QuantArray® Chlor…
Precision Analysis in a Snapshot: QuantArray® MIC In the world of industrial processes, microorganisms wield a powerful influence, often leading to challenges like Microbial Influenced Corrosion (MIC) and oilfield souring. Enter Microbial Insights Inc.’s game-changing solution: QuantArray® MIC. The Power of QuantArray® MIC: Precision and Efficiency QuantArray® MIC is an advanced qPCR method that swiftly…
Unlocking the Potential of Petroleum Biodegradation with QuantArray® Petro Petroleum-contaminated sites pose a complex challenge for environmental remediation. Traditional assessment methods often fall short in providing a comprehensive view of the biodegradation potential of these sites. This is where Microbial Insights Inc.’s QuantArray® Petro steps in, revolutionizing the way we approach site evaluation. Comprehensive Insights,…
Discover Subsurface Mysteries with QuantArray® BGC The world beneath our feet is flourishing with microbial activity that plays a crucial role in biogeochemical processes. Microbial Insights Inc. introduces a groundbreaking solution, QuantArray® BGC, that sheds light on these processes in a way that was once thought impossible. Let’s dive into the realm of biogeochemical exploration…
Microbial Insights: Unraveling the Future of East Palestine, Ohio In early February of 2023, a catastrophic event unfolded in the small village of East Palestine, Ohio, leaving residents with a grim and uncertain future. The derailment of a freight train resulted in the release of over 100,000 gallons of vinyl chloride (VC) and butyl acrylate,…
Navigating Natural Source Zone Depletion with QuantArray® NSZD Natural Source Zone Depletion (NSZD) is a complex phenomenon that involves the natural reduction and removal of light non-aqueous phase liquid (LNAPL) petroleum hydrocarbons from the subsurface. Microbial Insights Inc. introduces QuantArray® NSZD, a revolutionary tool that uncovers the intricate microbial dynamics behind this process. Let’s explore…
– This case study shows how NGS revealed diverse microbial communities and the presence of microbial groups commonly implicated in MIC, including SRB, methanogens and acetogens.
• A pilot study was conducted at a site where electron donor was injected into groundwater impacted by a mixture of chlorinated solvents.
• QuantArray®-Chlor and NGS provided complimentary evidence of both biotic and abiotic reductive dechlorination in response to the injection of the electron donor giving the client confidence in this remediation strategy expanding electron donor injection to the entire site.
• The ISM study conducted at this site provided clear, actionable evidence that increasing the dissolved oxygen concentration at the site would stimulate hydrocarbon biodegradation. Further, this evidence was provided in a significantly more cost effective manner than a bench-scale treatability study or a pilot scale study and in a more timely manner.