The University of Illinois Chicago leads sample extraction, concentration and dPCR quantification. Learn more about Dr. Rachel Poretsky and her lab.
Northwestern provides leadership and assistance in data modeling and analytics to help advance the interpretation of wastewater surveillance data. Learn more about research conducted by Dr. Aaron Packman, Dr. Katelyn Leisman, Dr. Niall Mangan, Dr. David Morton, and the Center for Water Research.
Argonne leads the genomic sequencing and analysis of wastewater samples to help provide IDPH with information on SARS-CoV-2 variants present in each sample submitted to the program. Learn more about Sarah Owens's lab and research.