Abstract
Herein,
we
demonstrate
the
synthesis
of
beta-cyclodextrin
(β–CD)
functionalized
polyvinylidene
fluoride
(PVDF)
and
iron-based
metal-organic
framework
(Fe–MOF)
mixed
matrix
membrane
(MMM)
for
enhanced
removal
ciprofloxacin
(CIP)
from
water.
The
membranes
were
prepared
using
phase
inversion
technique
with
PVDF
as
polymer
matrix,
Fe–MOF
filler,
polyvinylpyrrolidone
(PVP)
porogen.
optimized
MMM
7%
wt.
exhibited
excellent
performance
87.6%
efficiency.
Moreover,
maximum
adsorption
capacity
was
6.43
mg
g
–1
.
β–CD
functionalization
improved
hydrophilicity
by
water
contact
angle
(WCA)
analysis
(WCA
=
55°).
Furthermore,
can
be
attributed
to
large
specific
surface
area
(682.5
m
2
),
high
porosity
(77%),
average
pore
diameter
(395
nm)
membrane.
inclusion
PVP
(1%
wt.)
porous
nature
and,
consequently,
CIP.
Notably,
hydrophilic
macroporous
showed
good
reusability
over
70%
efficiency
after
five
sequential
adsorption–desorption
cycles.
insights
this
study
suggest
that
PMC–7
an
candidate
remediation
organic
contaminants
aquatic
environments.
Journal of Cleaner Production,
Год журнала:
2022,
Номер
361, С. 132079 - 132079
Опубликована: Май 18, 2022
The
purpose
of
this
article
is
to
review
the
current
physical,
chemical
and
hybrid
technologies
practices
employed
in
removal
pharmaceuticals
from
liquid
effluents
originating
various
resources
including
municipal
waste,
hospitals
discharge
with
a
focus
on
pharmaceutical
manufacturing
industry.
Pharmaceutical
pollutants
are
mostly
persistent
organic
compounds
that
not
easily
removed
by
conventional
wastewater
treatment
processes.
literature
reviewed
shows
advanced
oxidation
processes
able
degrade
these
pharmaceuticals.
However,
may
also
introduce
toxic
intermediates/by-products
if
properly
monitored
operated.
Physical
treatments,
like
carbon
adsorption
membrane
filtration,
can
provide
barrier
prevents
both
parent
intermediates
passing
into
treated
wastewater.
phase
changing
which
contaminants
transferred
one
another
hence,
retentate
water
absorbent
require
further
treatment,
managed
disposal.
combination
different
be
an
ideal
scheme,
for
retention
degradation
transformation
compounds.
Through
technologies,
advantages
methods
combined,
leading
maximization
removal.
highlights
importance
installing
combined
reduce
amounts
residues
before
enters
environment.
use
process,
either
as
pre-treatment
or
post-treatment
biological,
adsorption,
filtration
process
recommended
promising
option.
Nevertheless,
optimum
pharmaceuticals-containing
depends
quality
quantity
wastewater,
well
their
hazardous
effects.
Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
5(5)
Опубликована: Фев. 19, 2024
Membrane
technology
emerges
as
a
transformative
solution
for
global
challenges,
excelling
in
water
treatment,
gas
purification,
and
waste
recycling.
This
comprehensive
review
navigates
the
principles,
advantages,
prospects
of
membrane
technology,
emphasizing
its
pivotal
role
addressing
contemporary
environmental
sustainability
issues.
The
goal
is
to
contribute
objectives
by
exploring
mechanisms,
limitations
technology.
Noteworthy
features
include
energy
efficiency,
selectivity,
minimal
footprint,
distinguishing
it
from
conventional
methods.
Advances
nanomembranes,
organic
porous
membranes,
metal‐organic
frameworks‐based
membranes
highlight
their
potential
energy‐efficient
contaminant
removal.
underscores
integration
renewable
sources
eco‐friendly
desalination
separation
processes.
future
trajectory
unfolds
with
next‐gen
nanocomposite
sustainable
polymers,
optimized
consumption
through
electrochemical
hybrid
approaches.
In
healthcare,
reshapes
exchange,
hemodialysis,
biosensors,
wound
healing,
drug
delivery,
while
chemical
industries,
streamlines
solvent
separation.
Challenges
like
fouling,
material
stability,
efficiency
are
acknowledged,
artificial
intelligence
recognized
progressing
frontier.
Despite
limitations,
holds
promise
revolutionizing
diverse
industries.
The Science of The Total Environment,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
873, С. 162312 - 162312
Опубликована: Фев. 20, 2023
Pesticides
are
widely
used
in
agriculture
to
optimise
food
production.
However,
the
movement
of
pesticides
into
water
bodies
negatively
impacts
aquatic
environments.
The
European
Union
(EU)
aims
make
systems
fair,
healthy
and
environmentally
friendly
through
its
current
Farm
Fork
strategy.
As
part
this
strategy,
EU
plans
reduce
overall
use
risk
chemical
by
50
%
2030.
attainment
target
may
be
compromised
prevalence
legacy
arising
from
historical
applications
land,
which
can
persist
environment
for
several
decades.
policy
overlooks
potential
challenges
requirements
their
remediation.
In
review,
knowledge
regarding
pesticide
Europe,
as
well
pathways
waterways,
investigated.
issues
pesticides,
including
exceedances,
examined,
existing
emerging
methods
remediation,
particularly
discussed.
fact
that
some
detected
samples,
more
than
twenty-five
years
after
they
were
prohibited,
highlights
need
improved
strategies
policies
aimed
at
targeting
order
meet
future
targets.
