Article
Energy & Fuels
Yue Zhao, Jing Tong
Summary: The large number of phenolic compounds in coal tar and coal-converted oil increases the cost and difficulty of processing and transportation. Efficient separation methods for phenolic compounds are of great industrial significance. By introducing hydroxyl functional groups into the cations of ionic liquids, eight ionic liquids were synthesized and their separation properties for phenol in model oil were studied. The hydroxyl modified ionic liquids showed good extraction performance for phenol, with choline propionate ionic liquids exhibiting the best separating capacity.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Samaneh Barani Pour, Jaber Jahanbin Sardroodi, Alireza Rastkar Ebrahimzadeh, Mohammad Sadegh Avestan
Summary: The structural and dynamical properties of a binary mixture of Menthol and Fatty acids were investigated using molecular dynamics simulations. The results showed that intermolecular interactions have a significant effect on the dynamic properties of the mixture.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Baudilio Coto, Inmaculada Suarez, Maria Jose Tenorio, Sandra Nieto, Nieves Alvarez, Jose Luis Pena
Summary: In this study, reduction of crude oil acidity through the use of ionic liquids (ILs) was investigated, showing up to 50% reduction in TAN under certain conditions. However, challenges such as increased IL acidity and decreased extraction efficiency were observed, impacting the feasibility of IL reuse. Modeling with COSMO-RS provided insights into IL characterization and the effects of temperature on TAN reduction.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jinjian Hou, Fei Song, Xinyu Ji, Shuanglong Lin
Summary: This study demonstrates that the use of ionic liquids can effectively enhance the recovery of heavy oil from oily sludges. Both [C(12)mim] [PF6] and [C(12)mim][Br] ionic liquids show promising results in terms of increasing the oil recovery and improving the sands' hydrophilicity. The high recovery rate and recyclability make the ionic liquids a viable option for enhancing oil recovery.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Wenjing Ma, Shanshan Dai, Xiaojiang Li, Hongsheng Lu
Summary: This study presents a sustainable method for separating oil from oily waste using CO2-switchable ionic liquids, which simplifies the process, reduces costs, and improves recovery rates.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Shehzad Liaqat, Amir Sada Khan, Noor Akbar, Taleb H. Ibrahim, Mustafa Khamis, Paul Nancarrow, Ruqaiyyah Siddiqui, Naveed Ahmed Khan, Mohamed Yehia Abouleish
Summary: This study investigated the efficiency of ionic liquids in removing oil from produced water and found that the ionic liquid [C(10)mim][NTf2] had the highest oil extraction efficiency. Additionally, the study explored the interaction between the ionic liquid and oil, as well as the molecular structure of the ionic liquid, and evaluated the cell viability of the most efficient ionic liquid in human cells.
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Slavica Razic, Jelena Arsenijevic, Svetlana Dogo Mracevic, Jasmina Musovic, Tatjana Trtic-Petrovic
Summary: To meet the high standards of sustainable chemistry and human welfare, more environment-friendly solvents are essential in analytical chemistry for sample preparation and analysis. This review paper critically examines the advantages and unresolved problems of various green solvents, providing an overview of the current state-of-the-art in this field. Replacing volatile organic compounds with eco-friendly solvents in extractions/separations is crucial for sustainable chemistry.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Samaneh Barani Pour, Jaber Jahanbin Sardroodi, Alireza Rastkar Ebrahimzadeh, Gholamreza Pazuki
Summary: In this study, we investigated the interaction between hydrogen bond acceptor (HBA) and hydrogen bond donor (HBD) in binary mixtures. The findings revealed that the presence of Cl- anion is crucial for the formation of deep eutectic solvents (DESs). Moreover, the structural stability of DESs based on fatty acids (FAs) and choline chloride (Ch(+)Cl(-)) at different ratios was examined using molecular dynamics simulations in water. It was observed that the interaction between the chloride anion and the cation's hydroxyl group causes HBA to transition to the water-rich phase. These atomic sites play a significant role in the stability of eutectic mixtures containing FAs and Cl- anion. Notably, the binary mixture with a mole percent of 30% [Ch(+)Cl(-)] and 70% FAs exhibited higher stability compared to other ratios.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Esteban Quijada-Maldonado, Julio Romero
Summary: This review analyzes the performance of ionic liquids (ILs) as separating media for selective and sustainable extraction of rare-earth elements (REEs), showing high selectivities in separating heavy from light REEs, but facing challenges in adjacent REE separation. Insights are provided for selective and sustainable extraction of REEs using ILs.
CURRENT OPINION IN GREEN AND SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chao Sun, Yanli Zhang, Yasen Dai, Jiafu Xing, Yajuan Qu, Yinglong Wang, Jun Gao
Summary: Ionic liquids are used as extractants to efficiently and environmentally separate the azeotrope of ethyl acetate and ethanol. Through mechanism analysis, four ILs are selected as extractants and their separation performance is verified through experiments.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Gagandeep Kaur, Harsh Kumar, Meenu Singla
Summary: This article presents the extensive utilization and range of ionic liquids in various fields, based on available literature. It provides a systematic and concise analysis of the applications of different ionic liquids, highlighting recent significant advances in each area. This review contributes to enhancing the understanding of the substantial knowledge in every research branch using ionic liquids. Additionally, it discusses the challenges associated with the industrial use of ionic liquids, which require further investigation.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Katarzyna Glinska, Jaume Gitalt, Esther Torrens, Natalia Plechkova, Christophe Bengoa
Summary: In recent years, the use of ionic liquids for dissolving lignocellulosic biomass, particularly corn stover, has gained attention. Five designed ILs were able to dissolve cellulose in corn stover under mild conditions, with one IL showing the highest dissolution efficiency. Imidazolium ILs were found to be more effective in ash removal from corn stover compared to tetra-alkyl-phosphonium ILs.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ouahid Ben Ghanem, Maisara Shahrom Raja Shahrom, Syed Nasir Shah, Mohamed Ibrahim Abdul Mutalib, Jean-Marc Leveque, Zahoor Ullah, Mohanad El-Harbawi, Mohamad Sahban Alnarabiji
Summary: Four new pyrrolidinium-based amino acid ionic liquids were synthesized and characterized. The physicochemical properties of these amino acid ionic liquids, such as viscosity, density, thermal stability, and surface tension, were investigated. These ionic liquids were used as a green chemistry approach to extract naphthenic acid from a model oil, and the influence of amino acid anions on the de-acidification process was assessed. The extraction results showed that a small amount of the ionic liquids was sufficient to extract naphthenic acid from the high total acid number configuration of the model oil. The regeneration and reusability of the synthesized ionic liquids were also analyzed, and the potential toxicological effect of the synthesized set on the aquatic system was determined through an antimicrobial activity assay.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mu Naushad, Tansir Ahamad, Mohammad Rizwan Khan
Summary: In this study, novel magnetic ionic liquid based nanocomposites were fabricated for the efficient production of biodiesel from palm oil. The results showed that [NiFe2O4@BMSI]HSO4 exhibited higher catalytic performance and reusability compared to NiFe2O4@BMSI]Br, making it a promising catalyst for transesterification reactions.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Abdelrahman O. Ezzat, Hamad A. Al-Lohedan, Ayman M. Atta
Summary: This study focuses on the preparation of new green oilfield chemicals based on ionic liquids with enhanced demulsification efficiency. Through modifications of the chemical structure, a new amphiphilic molecule was synthesized, showing promising demulsification performance at low doses and temperatures.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Weichao Tong, Hanchu Chen, Yuxiang Zhang, Zhuo Zhang, Yunlei Fu, Haocheng Qi, Defang Zhou, Yanyan Li, Hui Wang
Summary: The study discovered a high-efficiency catalyst for direct hydrogenation of nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) latex, which showed excellent performance in terms of high hydrogenation rate and low catalyst usage. By using this catalyst, a high hydrogenation conversion rate of NBR latex can be achieved without the need for organic solvents and cross-linking reactions.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pengcheng Liu, Peng Xiao, Ming Lu, Hui Wang, Na Jin, Zifeng Lin
Summary: Ti3C2Tx MXene with -F, -Cl, and -Br terminations were synthesized, and their effects on lithium storage properties were studied. Ti3C2Brx MXene exhibited the highest lithium storage capacity of 189 mAh/g, followed by Ti3C2Clx with 138 mAh/g and Ti3C2Fx with 123 mAh/g. Theoretical calculations revealed that the adsorption formation energy of halogen atoms on Ti atoms followed the trend of Ti-F > Ti-Cl > Ti-Br, which correlated with the surface terminations on MXenes. The exposure of MXene to oxygen resulted in a competition between halogen and oxygen, and Ti3C2Brx MXene showed the highest Ti to O ratio and the lowest Ti to Br ratio, explaining its superior lithium storage capacity. This work provides insights into improving the lithium storage properties of MXene electrodes through surface chemistry regulation.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yucheng Dong, Yutai Wu, Xuyun Wang, Hui Wang, Jianwei Ren, Peng Wang, Lei Pan, Guoqiang Wang, Rongfang Wang
Summary: In this study, a biomimicry-inspired design of Ni3N/FeNi3N/NF nanoarrays with a fish scale-like structure was demonstrated, which allowed for rapid infiltration of aqueous solution within 60 ms and a 169 degrees bubble contact angle. The optimized Ni3N/FeNi3N/NF sample exhibited catalytic activity with low overpotentials for both the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and the anodic-coupled urea oxidation reaction (UOR). Furthermore, the rapid bubble extraction within the nanoarrays ensured excellent cycling stability for HER over 100 hours at a current density of 50 mA cm(-2). The scale-up experiment indicated the potential for industrialized application of the prepared electrocatalysts.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yanli Fang, Hui Wang, Xuyun Wang, Jianwei Ren, Rongfang Wang
Summary: In this study, NiCo2O4 nanowires were grown on active carbon cloth to provide surface area, and then a quinone-rich nitrogen-doped carbon shell structure was formed. The composite electrode showed high area-specific capacitance and good cycling stability, indicating the potential for high energy density carbon electrode materials.
FRONTIERS OF CHEMICAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Liping Wang, Yanyan Li, Hanchu Chen, Ying Zuo, Hui Wang, Jixiang Xu, Haijiao Xie, Haifeng Lin, Lei Wang
Summary: In this study, ZnS-CdS-CoSx porous Reuleaux triangle nanosheets with intimate Z-scheme hetero-interface and S, Zn vacancies were successfully synthesized. This unique structure exhibited desirable features for visible-light photocatalytic H2 evolution, including superior charge-separating capability, excellent light-harvesting capacity, abundant active sites, large surface area, and good stability. The ZnS-CdS-CoSx heterojunction demonstrated outstanding visible-light-driven H2-evolving activity, surpassing that of Pt-loaded CdS and many CdS-based photocatalysts reported in the literature. This research sheds new light on the design and synthesis of high-performance semiconductor heterojunction for sustainable solar utilization and environmental remediation.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yanru Niu, Yan-Yan Li, Jiefei Wang, Hui Wang, Bo Wang, Jixiang Xu, Minge Tian, Haifeng Lin, Lei Wang
Summary: Photocatalytic water splitting over semiconductors is a promising method for obtaining H-2 fuel from renewable solar energy, but developing efficient and non-noble metal photocatalysts remains challenging. In this study, nanosheet-based nanotubes with Cd-doping and S vacancies were synthesized, leading to a highly improved visible-light-driven H-2 production for ZnIn2S4. The hierarchical nanotubes allowed for enhanced light-harvesting efficiency, and combined with the benefits of Cd doping and S vacancy engineering, exhibited an extraordinary photocatalytic H-2 evolution capability. The study provides inspiration for the development of low-cost and high-performance photocatalysts through rational structural design and optimization.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xiao Xu, Yucheng Dong, Xuyun Wang, Fangfang Liu, Jianwei Ren, Hui Wang, Rongfang Wang
Summary: The NiCu-P/NF catalyst is prepared by anchoring Ni/Cu bimetallic phosphide nanosheets onto Ni foam (NF), which exhibits excellent catalytic activity and cycling stability in urea electrolysis. The alkaline urea-containing electrolyzer assembled with NiCu-P/NF as electrodes outperforms the typical commercial noble metal electrolyzer (RuO2||Pt/C) with a low driving potential.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Feng Hu, Deshuang Yu, Wen-Jing Zeng, Zih-Yi Lin, Silin Han, Yajie Sun, Hui Wang, Jianwei Ren, Sung-Fu Hung, Linlin Li, Shengjie Peng
Summary: Supported multiple-site MOFs were used as model catalysts to quantitatively study the composition-dependent OER performance. Ni MOFs with a Ni/Fe ratio of 1:2 on Fe metal substrate showed the highest intrinsic OER activity. Introducing a proper amount of Cu further enhanced the OER performance of Cu-doped NiFe MOFs, achieving an impressively low overpotential of 200 mV at 10 mA cm(-2). Spectroscopic analysis and theoretical study revealed that copper doping induced electron redistribution within the NiFe MOFs, optimizing the balance of OH/OOH adsorption and reducing the energy barrier for improved OER.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ruili Gao, Qian Zhang, Hui Wang, Fanghui Wang, Jianwei Ren, Xuyun Wang, Xianguo Ma, Rongfang Wang
Summary: In this study, the combination of 2,5-dichloropyrazine (2,5-DCP) and Co-doped carbon (Co-N-C) flakes achieved the synergistic effect of covalent and chemical sulfur fixation, greatly enhancing the immobilization-conversion of polysulfides in lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs). The nucleophilic substitution of 2,5-DCP with polysulfides formed C-S bonds, followed by the covalent N-Li bonds between N atoms in 2,5-DCP and polysulfides, leading to sulfur fixation as solid organosulfur. Additionally, the Co-N-C flakes served as the sulfur cathode to chemically anchor the polysulfides, improving the cycling stability of the LSBs.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xinzhang Li, Jiefei Wang, Hui Wang, Bo Wang, Yan-Yan Li, Jixiang Xu, Minge Tian, Haifeng Lin, Lei Wang
Summary: This work successfully fabricates unique two-dimensional hierarchical structures of S-deficient CdS integrated with ultrafine CoP nanocrystals embedding in graphitic N-doped C (CoP-CN) nanosheets. The resulting CdS/CoP-CN composites exhibit high photocatalytic stability and outstanding visible-light-induced hydrogen evolution performance. This study provides valuable insights for the rational design and synthesis of highly efficient photocatalysts.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qianqian Fu, Hui Wang, Mengqi Cui, Xuyun Wang, Jianwei Ren, Rongfang Wang
Summary: This study presents the synthesis of NiCoP using the Kirkendall effect and the preparation of a three-di-mensional (3D) nanoflower-like structure of NiCoP/Co9S8. The optimized electrode sample exhibited high capacity and the assembled NiCoP/Co9S8 electrode/active carbon (AC)-based asymmetric supercapacitor demonstrated excellent capacity retention rate and power density. These findings highlight the potential of the 3D NiCoP/Co9S8 nanoflower-like structure for application in asymmetric supercapacitors.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Minghui Wang, Shan Ji, Hui Wang, Xuyun Wang, Vladimir Linkov, Xianguo Ma, Rongfang Wang
Summary: Efficient electrocatalysts for ORR and OER are important for large-scale application of rechargeable zinc-air batteries. Iron-nitrogen-carbon materials exhibit excellent ORR catalytic activity, but have low OER performance. This study applies lanthanum (La) to enhance the OER electrocatalytic properties of Fe-N-C materials. The modified La-Fe3N carbon foam (La-Fe0.1:1/NFC) shows improved bi-functional electrocatalytic performance and high power density in a real zinc-air battery cell.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Denghe Gao, Shan Ji, Hui Wang, Xuyun Wang, Vladimir Linkov, Rongfang Wang
Summary: The Co/Ni NWs/NF composite electrode was prepared using the magnetic effect, which showed excellent performance for the hydrogen evolution reaction. The introduction of cobalt species onto Ni nanowires could efficiently increase the active surface sites and modify the interface charge distribution, leading to enhanced electrocatalytic activity. This study provides a new approach for the design and preparation of highly active hydrogen evolution catalysts.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Hui Wang, Xuelian Xu, Yulan Yin, Ru Zhang, Dandan Zhang
Summary: Hydroxysafflor yellow A niosomes were prepared and their pharmacokinetics in rabbits and tissue distribution in mice were investigated. The encapsulation efficiency of niosomes was optimized using Central composite design. The study also developed a high-performance liquid chromatographic method to determine HYSA in the plasma of rabbits and tissues of mice. The results showed that the safflower yellow niosomes had high encapsulation efficiency, small particle size, and prolonged circulation time in vivo.
LATIN AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Minhui Li, Xiao Xu, Hui Wang, Xuyun Wang, Xianguo Ma, Jianwei Ren, Rongfang Wang
Summary: Using polysulfide electrocatalysts can improve the durability of lithium-sulfur batteries by controlling the precipitation and dissolution of lithium sulfide. In this study, a FeCoP quantum dot-decorated nitrogen-doped carbon nanosheet composite was prepared as a sulfur host for lithium-sulfur batteries. The optimal sulfur host showed bidirectional catalytic effects, greatly enhancing sulfur reduction during discharge and Li2S oxidation during charging. The assembled batteries exhibited high capacity and excellent cycling performance.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xinping Zhang, Yuxin Guo, Xiaoyang Liu, Shun-Yu Wu, Ya-Xuan Zhu, Shao-Zhe Wang, Qiu-Yi Duan, Ke-Fei Xu, Zi-Heng Li, Xiao-Yu Zhu, Guang-Yu Pan, Fu-Gen Wu
Summary: This study develops a nanotrigger HCFT for simultaneous photodynamic therapy and light-triggered ferroptosis therapy. The nanotrigger can relieve tumor hypoxia, induce enhanced photodynamic reaction, and facilitate the continuation of Fenton reaction, ultimately leading to lethal ferroptosis in tumor cells.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Olumide Bolarinwa Ayodele, Toyin Daniel Shittu, Olayinka S. Togunwa, Dan Yu, Zhen-Yu Tian
Summary: This study focused on the semihydrogenation of acetylene in an ethylene-rich stream using two alloyed Pt catalysts PtCu and PtCo. The PtCu catalyst showed higher activity and ethylene yield compared to PtCo due to its higher unoccupied Pt d-orbital density. This indicates that alloying Pt with Cu is more promising for industrial relevant SHA catalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guowei Chen, Wen-Cheng Chen, Yaozu Su, Ruicheng Wang, Jia-Ming Jin, Hui Liang, Bingxue Tan, Dehua Hu, Shaomin Ji, Hao-Li Zhang, Yanping Huo, Yuguang Ma
Summary: This study proposes an intramolecular dual-locking design for organic luminescent materials, achieving high luminescence efficiency and performance for deep-blue organic light-emitting diodes. The material also exhibits unique mechanochromic luminescence behavior and strong fatigue resistance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Joren van Stee, Gregory Hermans, Jinu Joseph John, Koen Binnemans, Tom Van Gerven
Summary: This work presents a continuous solvent extraction method for the separation of cobalt and nickel in a millifluidic system using Cyphos IL 101 (C101) as the extractant. The optimal conditions for extraction performance and solvent properties were determined by investigating the effects of channel length, flow rate, and temperature. The performance of a developed manifold structure was compared to a single-channel system, and excellent separation results were achieved. The continuous separation process using the manifold structure resulted in high purity cobalt and nickel products.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yan Xu, Jingai Jiang, Xinyi Lv, Hui Li, Dongliang Yang, Wenjun Wang, Yanling Hu, Longcai Liu, Xiaochen Dong, Yu Cai
Summary: A programmed gas release nanoparticle was developed to address the challenges in treating diabetic infected wounds. It effectively removes drug-resistant pathogens and remodels the wound microenvironment using NO and H2S. The nanoparticle can eliminate bacteria and promote wound healing through antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tong Xia, Zhilin Xi, Lianquan Suo, Chen Wang
Summary: This study investigated a highly efficient coal dust suppressant with low initial viscosity and high adhesion-solidification properties. The results demonstrated that the dust suppressant formed a network of multiple hydrogen bonding cross-linking and achieved effective adhesion and solidification of coal dust through various chemical reactions.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinzhi Cai, Zhenshan Li
Summary: A density functional theory-based rate equation was developed to predict the gas-solid reaction kinetics of CaO carbonation with CO2 in calcium looping. The negative activation energy of CaO carbonation close to equilibrium was accurately predicted through experimental validation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jianxiong Chen, Fuhao Ren, Ningning Yin, Jie Mao
Summary: This study presents an economically efficient and easily implementable surface modification approach to enhance the high-temperature electrical insulation and energy storage performance of polymer dielectrics. The self-assembly of high-insulation-performance boron nitride nanosheets (BNNS) on the film surface through electrostatic interactions effectively impedes charge injection from electrodes while promoting charge dissipation and heat transfer.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zijian Li, Zhaohui Yang, Shao Wang, Hongxia Luo, Zhimin Xue, Zhenghui Liu, Tiancheng Mu
Summary: This study reports a strategy for upgrading polyester plastics into value-added chemicals using electrocatalytic methods. By inducing the targeted transfer of *OH species, polyethylene terephthalate was successfully upgraded into potassium diformate with high purity. This work not only develops an excellent electrocatalyst, but also provides guidance for the design of medium entropy metal oxides.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Navneet Singh Shekhawat, Surendra Kumar Patra, Ashok Kumar Patra, Bamaprasad Bag
Summary: This study primarily focuses on developing a sulphur dyeing process at room temperature using bacterial Lysate, which is environmentally friendly, energy and cost effective, and sustainable. The process shows promising improvements in dye uptake and fastness properties.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Dengjia Shen, Hongyang Ma, Madani Khan, Benjamin S. Hsiao
Summary: This study developed cationic PVC nanofibrous membranes with high filtration and adsorption capability for the removal of bacteria and hexavalent chromium ions from wastewater. The membranes demonstrated remarkable performance in terms of filtration efficiency and maximum adsorption capacity. Additionally, modified nanofibrous membranes were produced using recycled materials and showed excellent retention rates in dynamic adsorption processes.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaoyan Wang, Zhikun Wang, Ben Jia, Chunling Li, Shuangqing Sun, Songqing Hu
Summary: Inspired by photosystem II, self-supported Fe-doped NiCoP nanowire arrays modified with carboxylate were constructed to boost industrial-level overall water splitting by employing the concerted proton-coupled electron transfer mechanism. The introduction of Fe and carboxyl ligand led to improved catalytic activity for HER and OER, and NCFCP@NF exhibited long-term durability for overall water splitting.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pengyao Yu, Ge Yang, Yongming Chai, Lubomira Tosheva, Chunzheng Wang, Heqing Jiang, Chenguang Liu, Hailing Guo
Summary: Thin LTA zeolite membranes were prepared through secondary growth of nano LTA seeds in a highly reactive gel, resulting in membranes with superior permeability and selectivity in gas separation applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Baiqin Zhou, Huiping Li, Ziyu Wang, Hui Huang, Yujun Wang, Ruichun Yang, Ranran Huo, Xiaoyan Xu, Ting Zhou, Xiaochen Dong
Summary: The use of machine learning to predict the performance of specific adsorbents in phosphate adsorption shows great promise in saving time and revealing underlying mechanisms. However, the small size of the dataset and insufficient detailed information limits the model training process and the accuracy of results. To address this, the study employs a fuzzing strategy that replaces detailed numeric information with descriptive text messages on the physiochemical properties of adsorbents. This strategy allows the recovery of discarded samples with limited information, leading to accurate prediction of adsorption amount, capacity, and kinetics. The study also finds that phosphate uptake by adsorbents is generally through physisorption, with some involvement of chemisorption. The framework established in this study provides a practical approach for quickly predicting phosphate adsorption performance in urgent scenarios, using easily accessible information.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Paula Alejandra Lamprea Pineda, Joren Bruneel, Kristof Demeestere, Lisa Deraedt, Tex Goetschalckx, Herman Van Langenhove, Christophe Walgraeve
Summary: This study evaluates the use of four esterified fatty acids and three vegetable oils as absorption liquids for hydrophobic VOCs. The experimental results show that isopropyl myristate is the most efficient liquid for absorbing the target VOCs.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
