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Cyanobacterial Harmful Algal Blooms: State of the Science and Research Needs

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    Karl E Havens

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Havens, K.E. (2008). Cyanobacteria blooms: effects on aquatic ecosystems. In: Hudnell, H.K. (eds) Cyanobacterial Harmful Algal Blooms: State of the Science and Research Needs. Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, vol 619. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-75865-7_33

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