Ultraviolet (UV) Sterilizers are used to control infections by stopping the spread of microorganisms from one fish to another through the water. A UV Sterilizer, when operated correctly, will kill ...

Algae are inevitable when you own a fish tank. With proper planning and preparation, you can ensure algae in a fish tank are kept under control, so this plant doesn’t become an issue for your fish. If ...

Researchers say chlorine in combination with ultraviolet light works to degrade deadly toxins created by harmful algae blooms in drinking water. Treatment plants use a combination of tools to keep ...

Brown algae is a common problem in many fish tanks, especially those that have been recently set up. It’s not dangerous to fish but can turn your beautiful aquarium into an ugly mess. This slimy layer ...

Algae in an aquarium are not a sign of neglect–quite the opposite: In a healthy tank, they are part of the ecosystem. However, if they spread uncontrollably, it affects not only the appearance but ...

How to keep your aquarium clean is a question every fish lover asks at some point. A clean aquarium keeps fish healthy, water clear, and stress levels low for both you and your fish. Dirty tanks ...

The late UC Professor Dionysios Dionysiou holds up a beaker of blue green algae. Dionysiou, who passed away in 2023, inspired generations of chemical engineers in his lab. Treatment plants use a ...