In
order
to
assess
the
interactions
between
process
factors,
experiments
involving
liquid-phase
adsorption
of
cephalexin
(CEX)
onto
silicon-coated
iron
nanoparticles
(Fe
3
O
4
@SIO
2
)
were
designed
using
Box-Behnken
Design-Response
surface
methodology
(BBD-RSM).
Optimal
circumstances
used
investigate
synergistic
influence
on
process’s
efficiency.
addition,
data
was
test
and
fit
an
artificial
neural
network
(ANN)
model.
Molecular-level
DFT
calculations
CEX
molecule
carried
out.
The
PW6B95D3/Def2-TZVP
level
theory
build
DFT-based
descriptors
for
molecule.
At
25°C,
pH
5.83,
37.67
min,
a
dosage
0.8
g
Fe
118.01
mg/L
CEX,
removal
efficiency
achieved
maximum
99.01
percent.
For
example,
we
found
that
OH
---
O,
NH
CH
hydrogen
bonds,
π,
π
as
well
dipole-dipole
could
all
be
connect
nanoparticles.
There
is
strong
correlation
output
target
values
acquired
by
BBD-RSM
ANN
fits.
proved
excellent
tool
eliminating
CEX.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
31(3), P. 3466 - 3494
Published: Dec. 23, 2023
In
this
comprehensive
review
article,
we
delve
into
the
critical
intersection
of
environmental
science
and
materials
science.
The
introduction
sets
stage
by
emphasizing
global
water
shortage
crisis
dire
consequences
untreated
effluents
on
ecosystems
human
health.
As
progress
second
section,
embark
an
intricate
exploration
piezoelectric
photocatalytic
principles,
illuminating
their
significance
in
wastewater
treatment
sustainable
energy
production.
heart
our
is
dedicated
to
a
detailed
analysis
detrimental
impacts
health,
underscoring
urgency
effective
methods.
We
dissected
three
key
realm
piezo-photocatalysis:
ZnO-based
materials,
BaTiO
ChemBioEng Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(3), P. 495 - 512
Published: March 22, 2024
Abstract
Increasing
contamination
of
water
bodies
with
antibiotics
has
necessitated
the
development
novel
mitigation
methods.
Many
studies
have
applied
adsorption
and
photocatalytic
processes
using
different
nanoparticles,
metal‐organic
frameworks,
etc.,
as
sorbents
photocatalysts
for
removal.
Among
these
materials,
molecular
imprinted
polymers
(MIPs)
is
desirable
owing
to
their
low
cost,
structural
predictability,
detection
at
deficient
concentrations,
versatile
applicability.
These
attributes
further
encouraged
researchers
fabricate
hybrid
MIP‐based
materials
abate
antibiotic
in
wastewater.
This
review
summarizes
recent
that
deal
conventional
MIPs
such
MIPs‐hybrid
carbon
nanomaterials,
magnetic
advanced
sensors,
synergic
adsorption/separation
residuals
from
Economic
perspectives
emerging
are
also
discussed.
Some
limitations,
research
gaps,
future
potentials
advancement
efficient
remediation
results
outlined.
Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 17
Published: April 18, 2024
The
spontaneous
discharge
of
pollutants
or
toxicants
into
the
ecosystem
as
a
result
various
anthropogenic
activities
is
alarming,
this
necessitates
drastic
cheap,
and
eco-friendly
clean-up
approach.
Out
all
methods,
adsorption
has
proven
to
be
most
effective.
batch
adsorptive
removal
Thymol
Blue
(TB)
dye
from
aqueous
solutions
examined
in
study
utilizing
calcined
snail
shells
(CalSS).
With
aid
SEM,
EDS,
XRD,
FTIR,
synthesized
adsorbent
was
for
different
physicochemical
characteristics.
A
machine
learning
model
namely
Adaptive
Neuro-Fuzzy
Inference
System
(ANFIS)
developed
assess
TB
process
while
taking
account
important
parameters
contact
time,
temperature,
pH,
dosage,
then
initial
adsorbate
concentration.
Adsorbent
pHpzc
also
evaluated.
EDX
FTIR
confirm
formation
CaO
with
sharp
peaks
at
547
cm−1
C–O
O–H
are
present.
SEM
XRD
show
an
irregularly
shaped
highly
crystalline
material
having
typical
particle
size
65
±
2.81
nm
lattice
parameter
value
8.611617
Å.
11.04,
indicating
basic
surface
pH
3.0,
dose
10
mg
highest
achievable
efficiency
were
measured
98.75%
20
°C.
findings
fit
nicely
onto
Brouser
Sotolongo
q
BS
=
259.4887
mg/g
R2
0.9888.
pseudosecond
order
(PSOM)
recorded
least
error
0.3336
0.9952.
This
indicates
chemisorption
multilayer
processes.
thermodynamic
ΔH°
ΔG°
demonstrate
exothermic
nature
process.
ANFIS
sequestration
evaluated
using
relevant
statistical
metrics,
giving
Root
Mean
Square
Error
(RMSE)
1.4644,
Absolute
Deviation
(MAD)
0.576,
(MAE)
1.2974
Percentage
(MAPE)
1.5141.
outcome
revealed
that
experimental
good
agreement.
efficacy
shell
removing
solution
in-silico
technique
which
accordance
calculated
descriptors
obtained
well
binding
affinity.
elimination
TB-polluted
wastewater
demonstrated
successful
environmentally
benign
Results in Engineering,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
20, P. 101509 - 101509
Published: Oct. 11, 2023
In
this
study,
algae
present
in
wastewater
were
utilized
as
precursors
for
synthesizing
a
range
of
biochar
(BC)
samples
to
serve
efficient
adsorbents
the
removal
carbamazepine
(CBZ).
The
impact
modification
on
BC,
activated
through
NaOH
impregnation
method
(IBC),
and
dry
mixing-pyrolysis
(DBC)
method,
was
systematically
explored.
It
observed
that
only
surface
IBC
became
rough
due
activation,
while
DBC
structure
exhibited
additional
fine
pores
within
its
interior.
Furthermore,
after
significant
number
oxygen-containing
functional
groups
introduced
onto
prepared
BC
samples,
with
proportion
O
species
differing
between
two
activation
methods.
Based
results
from
adsorption
experiments
kinetic
model
simulation,
CBZ
by
followed
monolayer
homogeneous
reaction
excellent
pH
tolerance,
where
H-bond
(CO⋯H–N)
identified
primary
driving
force.
From
an
thermodynamics
perspective,
it
is
hypothesized
high
CO
causes
ΔG
value
shift
positive
negative,
indicating
spontaneous
reaction.
Under
optimal
conditions,
demonstrated
exceptional
capacity,
reaching
118.4
mg/g,
rate
exceeding
99
%.
This
study
offers
theoretical
insights
into
preparation,
modification,
mechanisms
BC-based
adsorbents.
Journal of the Chinese Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 15, 2024
Abstract
Pharmaceutical
substances,
a
pill
for
every
ill,
have
become
sweet
poison
by
remarkably
boosting
the
global
economy
as
well
human
and
animal
wellness
at
same
time
causing
environmental
pollution,
especially
in
aquatic
ecosystem,
this
has
led
to
fatal
diminution
availability
of
clean
water
upsurge
insecurity.
Notably,
traditional
techniques
materials
been
employed
up
pharmaceutical
pollutants
(PP)
from
bodies;
however,
they
come
under
controversy
because
require
hazardous
chemicals
cannot
fully
mineralize
stubborn
PPs.
Interestingly,
photocatalytic
degradation
approach
employing
eco‐benign
biosynthesized
nanoparticles
(BNP)
is
an
avant‐garde
practice
shown
be
eco‐sustainable
method
that
can
PPs
into
harmless
molecules.
Thus,
study
critically
explores
application
BNPs
The
review
revealed
greatest
efficacy
was
greater
than
80%
most
cases,
least
amount
required
around
10
min.
In
addition,
oxygen‐containing
functional
groups
found
biological
sources
used
fabrication
contributed
supremacy
•
OH
O
2
radicals
operation.
Also,
kinetic
data
modeled
pseudo‐first
order,
indicates
more
involved
operation
.
Moreso,
excellent
reusability
potential
(>5
rounds)
while
maintaining
inherent
structural
integrity.
Techno‐economic
analysis
are
cost‐effective,
costing
about
$1.5/1,000,000
mL
wastewater
on
average.