Eurovix has activated an industrial Ph.D. in Marine Science and Technology, with the goal of improving the environmental conditions of Genoa’s Old Port water body.

In this area, especially during the summer period, there are frequent bad odors due to the presence of stratified sediments dating back to historic times and incidental discharges conveyed by the Rio Sant’Anna or other minor effluents that flow into the area. In fact, anaerobic putrefaction of sedimented organic matter generates toxic and foul-smelling gases such as hydrogen sulfide and methane.

To address these critical issues, Eurovix is contributing to the study by formulating experimental microorganism- and enzyme-based bioactivators designed to:

• Reduce nitrogen and phosphorus concentrations in water;

• Optimize the natural processes of removal of these compounds;

• Limiting conditions of environmental degradation in the port area.

With this initiative, Eurovix confirms its commitment to the development of innovative biotechnological solutions to support environmental protection and sustainability of marine ecosystems.