UV222 radiation effectively inactivates cyanobacteria, particularly Microcystis aeruginosa, in both aggregate and unicellular forms.
Specifically, the inactivation rates for aggregated forms were significantly higher compared to unicellular forms, highlighting structural impacts.
Analysis of the mechanisms involved in UV222 radiation suggests various pathways contributing to the inactivation process in cyanobacteria.
Findings indicate that using UV222 radiation could be a viable method for managing harmful algal blooms, requiring further exploration in larger ecosystems.