WWTP effluents influence prokaryotic viral diversity and interaction with hosts: Regulating the virus-mediated nitrogen-cycling processes in river sediments

Key Points

• Viral diversity is significantly influenced by WWTP effluents, affecting ecosystems in river sediments.
• Key evidence includes the correlation between effluents and changes in nitrogen-cycling mediated by prokaryotic viruses.
• Observational analysis focused on river sediments to assess the viral-host interactions shaped by effluents and their role in nitrogen cycling.
• Findings highlight the ecological significance of wastewater management in maintaining river ecosystems and nutrient cycles.