Article
Chemistry, Applied
Christopher M. A. Parlett, Hamidreza Arandiyan, Lee J. Durndell, Mark A. Isaacs, Antonio Torres Lopez, Roong J. Wong, Karen Wilson, Adam F. Lee
Summary: The article demonstrates a method for continuous flow synthesis of SBA-15 at high yield at 80 degrees C using a simple tube reactor. The resulting SBA-15 exhibits excellent textural properties and far higher productivity than previously reported in batch or flow synthesis.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Biswajit Bera, Nandini Das
Summary: The study focuses on the development of carbon-loaded SBA 15 membrane for CO2 separation from different gas mixtures. By modifying the pore structure of SBA 15 with graphitic carbon, the membrane showed improved separation efficiency, with highest CO2/CH4 separation factor achieved at 16.9 and highest CO2/CO separation factor at 32.8. The results demonstrate the potential of the developed SBA 15/C composite membranes for commercial applications.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zeinab Ezzeddine, Isabelle Batonneau-Gener, Yannick Pouilloux
Summary: The removal of zinc ions from water was studied using two types of ordered mesoporous silica (SBA-15 and SBA-16). Both materials were modified with APTES and EDTA through post grafting methods. The modified adsorbents were characterized by various analytical techniques, and the structural integrity was maintained. Optimal adsorption conditions and maximum adsorption capacity were determined through experimental tests, and the regenerated adsorbent showed no significant decline in adsorption efficiency.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Adrianna Dadej, Aneta Wozniak-Braszak, Pawel Bilski, Hanna Piotrowska-Kempisty, Malgorzata Jozkowiak, Malgorzata Geszke-Moritz, Michal Moritz, Daniela Dadej, Anna Jelinska
Summary: The study aimed to analyze the effect of two different APTES-modified SBA-15 silicas on the release profiles of sulindac and investigate the cytotoxicity of these molecules. The results showed that APTES-modified SBA-15 influenced the release of sulindac, both materials improved the dissolution rate in acidic pH, and exhibited insignificant cytotoxicity towards Caco-2 cells.
Article
Physics, Applied
Fnu Gorky, Shelby R. Guthrie, Courtney S. Smoljan, James M. Crawford, Moises A. Carreon, Maria L. Carreon
Summary: The mesoporous SBA-15 silica material demonstrated significantly higher efficiency in synthesizing ammonia through atmospheric dielectric barrier discharge plasma, mainly due to its hierarchically ordered pore structure that facilitates the diffusion of plasma discharge into the pores.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS D-APPLIED PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zhe Wang, Rui Sun, Pengwei Wang, Wei Wang
Summary: This study successfully prepared rod-shaped SBA-15 nanoparticles with 2-3 mesopore channels, showing potential for biomedical applications. Through a specific preparation method, SBA-15NPs exhibited higher surface area, pore volume, and faster adsorption rate in enzyme adsorption tests compared to conventional rod-shaped SBA-15.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
D. Sanz-Villanueva, D. Alique, A. J. Vizcaino, R. Sanz, J. A. Calles
Summary: By doping Pd into the SBA-15 intermediate layer in composite membranes, thermal and mechanical resistances were improved, cracks were avoided, and hydrogen permeance and separation factor were increased.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yang Liu, Junjie Liao, Liping Chang, Weiren Bao
Summary: This paper investigates the adsorption performance of silver-modified mesoporous materials in removing thiophenic compounds. The results show that the adsorption of thiophene by the sorbents involves S-Ag and pi complexation reactions, and the adsorption efficiency is greatly affected by benzene. XPS analysis reveals that silver interacts strongly with the carrier and forms Ag-O-Si bonds as the active centers for thiophenic compounds. The Mulliken charges of sulfur atoms have an impact on the interactions between silver and thiophene sulfur compounds.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hongxia Liu, Yijia Lao, Jiayi Wang, Junjie Jiang, Chuanbai Yu, Yuanli Liu
Summary: The development of composite materials with functional additives proved to be an effective way to improve or supplement the required properties of polymers. In this study, mesoporous silica (SBA-15) with different pore sizes were used as functional additives to prepare SBA-15/PF (phenolic resin) nanocomposites. The results revealed that the pore sizes of SBA-15 have a significant effect on the resulting SBA-15/PF hybrid and SBA-15/PF nanocomposites, with enhanced thermal and frictional properties.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Anupam Maity, Subha Samanta, Shubham Roy, Debasish Biswas, Dipankar Chakravorty
Summary: Nanocomposites with different glass compositions were synthesized using a sol-gel process, revealing the presence of Ni2+/Ni3+ ions through TEM and XPS studies. These materials exhibited ideal specific capacity and magnetodielectric parameters, making them suitable for manufacturing supercapacitor devices.
JOURNAL OF NON-CRYSTALLINE SOLIDS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Selvakumari Ulagesan, Madhappan Santhamoorthy, Thi Phan Vy Phan, Krishnapandi Alagumalai, Kokila Thirupathi, Seong-Cheol Kim, Taek-Jeong Nam, Youn-Hee Choi
Summary: In this study, a mesoporous silica material containing amidoxime ligand groups was successfully synthesized through surface modification. The resulting SBA-15@AMI NPs exhibited a high concentration of amidoxime ligands on the surface, making them suitable for pH-responsive drug delivery applications in cancer therapy.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Rikhotso Xikhongelo, Fanyana M. Mtunzi, Paul N. Diagboya, Bamidele Olu-Owolabi, Rolf-Alexander Duering
Summary: PGOSBA, a polyamidoamine functionalized graphene oxide-SBA-15 mesoporous composite, showed mesoporous structure and different adsorption properties for Cd(II), As(III), ciprofloxacin, and ivermectin. The adsorption processes involved multiple phenomena such as electrostatic interactions, pi-pi interactions, and pore filling. The material has potential for use in water treatment due to its high adsorption capacities and reusability.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Safora Purrostam, Zohreh Rahimi-Ahar, Aziz Babapoor, Ali Nematollahzadeh, Iman Salahshoori, Ahmad Seyfaee
Summary: In this study, a melamine-functionalized mesoporous silica-SBA-15 adsorbent was synthesized to remove Cr(VI) from wastewater. The adsorbent was prepared through hydrothermal synthesis and post-synthesis modification with 3-aminopropyl trimethoxy silane and melamine. The adsorption of Cr(VI) was studied and characterized using various techniques. The optimal conditions for adsorption were determined, and the results showed that the functionalization of the adsorbent surface increased the adsorption efficiency and capacity. The highest adsorption capacity for Cr(VI) was about 50 mg/g.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Elham Chiani, Seyed Naser Azizi, Shahram Ghasemi
Summary: The novel electrocatalyst based on PdCu bimetallic nanoparticles supported on ordered mesoporous silica and multi-walled carbon nanotubes showed excellent catalytic performance for the electrochemical hydrogen evolution reaction. The use of mesoporous SBA-15 and MWCNTs as supports enhanced the efficiency of the catalytic process, providing a low loading of bimetallic catalyst with high catalytic activity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Silvia Leccese, Thomas Onfroy, Adjele Wilson, Diana Kirilovsky, Sandra Casale, Saremble Guira, Mohamed Selmane, Claude Jolivalt, Alberto Mezzetti
Summary: This study focuses on the immobilization of the photoactive Orange Carotenoid Protein (OCP) on mesoporous silica nanoparticles and investigates its structural characterization. The results highlight the enhanced immobilization of OCP by pre-photoactivation, leading to photochromic nanoparticles. The study also explores the possibility of releasing OCP from the nanoparticles and suggests potential applications in nanoscale optical devices and antioxidant drug delivery.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yu-Ting Lin, Jing-Yi Li, Hui-Hsin Tseng, Ming-Yen Wey
Summary: In this study, carbon molecular sieving (CMS) membranes were fabricated using three different polymer precursor conformations: dilute, semi-dilute, and concentrated. The effects of the precursor conformation on the microstructure of the resulting CMS membranes were characterized by Raman analysis. A novel method combining HR-TEM and FIB systems was proposed to detect the cutoff size of the CMS membranes. The CMS membrane fabricated with a semi-dilute solution exhibited superior gas separation performance, with a high selectivity of H-2/CH4 and hydrogen permeability, surpassing reported permselectivity of other membranes.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wen-Hsiung Lai, Chen-Yao Hong, Hui-Hsin Tseng, Ming-Yen Wey
Summary: Waste polystyrene was used to prepare gas-separation membranes through hot-pressing technology, reducing plastic waste accumulation and showing promising separation performance. The hot-pressing process affects membrane performance, and membranes containing polybutadiene exhibited good selectivity and waterproof performance.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yi-Chen Lin, Hui-Hsin Tseng, David K. Wang
Summary: This study systematically explored the use of polyethylene glycol (PEG) with different molecular weights and concentrations as a pore modifier in protein purification membranes, improving water flux, BSA rejection, and antifouling properties. The results showed that different types of PEG had varying effects on membrane performance and revealed the relationship between porogen and membrane property-performance.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yi-Chen Lin, Guo-Liang Zhuang, Pei-Fang Tasi, Hui-Hsin Tseng
Summary: A series of poly-phenylsulfone (PPSU) membranes were studied for their ability to separate organic pollutants from wastewater and their pure water flux recovery rate. The membranes showed excellent rejection of organic foulants and high water flux recovery rate, making them suitable for purifying wastewater from API plants.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yi-Chen Lin, Kuan-Miao Liu, Pei-Ling Chiu, Chi-Min Chao, Chi-Sheng Wen, Chen-Ya Wang, Hui-Hsin Tseng
Summary: A novel membrane with nanoscale pores and anti-protein adsorption was developed to reject antibiotics and reduce protein adhesion. The amphiphiles synthesized from a copolymer enhanced hydrophilicity of PVDF membranes, leading to improved water contact angle and pure water flux recovery rate. The membrane showed high antibiotic rejections and good restriction of protein adsorption during filtration processes.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jing-Yi Li, David K. Wang, Yu-Ting Lin, Ming-Yen Wey, Hui-Hsin Tseng
Summary: Dual organosilica membranes were synthesized and the effects of different chemical ratios on membrane performance were investigated. The reaction mechanism behind CO2 capture using the membranes at ambient conditions was studied. It was found that BTESE has high CO2 affinity and glycidyl POSS contributes to dimensional and mechanical stability of the membranes.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ju-Ting Lee, Hui-Hsin Tseng, Ming-Yen Wey
Summary: This study successfully combined photocatalyst and polymer film to enhance recycling convenience and hydrogen production efficiency, showing great potential for application.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wen-Hsiung Lai, David K. Wang, Hui-Hsin Tseng, Ming-Yen Wey
Summary: Highly selective poly(S-IL) hollow fiber membranes were developed by synthesizing and coating a styrene-based IL monomer, achieving an increased CO2/N-2 selectivity of 29 and a final CO2 permeance of 3.6 GPU through optimization of polymerization conditions. Testing at higher temperatures led to increased gas permeance and selectivity, with a peak CO2/N-2 selectivity of 35 at 50 degrees C.
JOURNAL OF CO2 UTILIZATION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jing-Yi Li, Yu-Ting Lin, David K. Wang, Hui-Hsin Tseng, Ming-Yen Wey
Summary: This study proposes the usage of dual hybrid organosilica for discussing the influence of thermal-driven chain stitching on the organosilica membrane structure. The research focuses on the influence of gas thermal diffusivity on the hybrid organosilica membrane for separating different gases. The results show that the fabricated organosilica membrane exhibits good performance in gas separation under optimal conditions.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Wen-Hsiung Lai, David K. Wang, Ming-Yen Wey, Hui-Hsin Tseng
Summary: ZIF-8 was added to p(SIL) HFMs to form ZIF-8/p(SIL) MMHFMs, enhancing the CO2 permeance of the membranes. The best separation performance was achieved with 0.5 wt% ZIF-8 addition, showing a CO2 permeance and CO2/N-2 selectivity of 6 GPU and 30, respectively.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jing-Yi Li, Ming-Yen Wey, Hui-Hsin Tseng
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Katerina Setnickova, Karel Jerabek, Tomas Strasak, Monika Mullerova, Vera Jandova, Karel Soukup, Roman Petrickovic, Hui-Hsin Tseng, Petr Uchytil
Summary: In recent years, there has been extensive research on porous materials due to their excellent properties and potential use in various areas. Hyper-crosslinked porous polymers (HCLPs) have attracted attention because of their high surface area, porosity, low density, stability, and superior adsorption capabilities. This study focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and gas adsorption performance of a series of novel styrene-based HCLPs, which were prepared through a two-step process involving radical copolymerization and impregnation with polyamines. The impregnation significantly improved the selectivity of CO2/N-2 and CO2/CH4 adsorption.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guo-Liang Zhuang, Lei-Chia Wang, Yi-Chen Lin, Jing-Yi Li, Katerina Setnickova, Hui-Hsin Tseng
Summary: A novel glue attachment approach was used to improve the hydrophilicity and antifouling ability of a PVDF hollow fiber membrane. The modified membrane showed significant improvement in water flux and rejection rates of BSA and oil compared to membranes coated with EGCG directly. This eco-friendly modification has great potential in wastewater treatment.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jing-Yi Li, Yu-Ting Lin, Hui-Hsin Tseng, Ming-Yen Wey, David K. Wang
Summary: A hybrid organosilica membrane with a unique 3-dimensional planetary crosslinked network was synthesized, and its effect on membrane structure was investigated. The membrane was prepared using a dual reaction approach, where a shell made of 3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane (APTES) covered the core made of polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (POSS). The resulting membrane showed high selectivity for gas separation, especially for CO2, making it a promising material for small molecular gas separation applications.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
En-Chin Su, Jing-Ning Hsu, Yi-Chen Lin, Hui-Hsin Tseng
Summary: A bifunctional catalyst, Na2O2/SBA-16-SO3H, was successfully developed for the conversion of waste cooking oil (WCO) to biodiesel. The catalyst showed significantly improved conversion efficiency by simultaneously accelerating transesterification and esterification reactions. Adjusting the methanol/WCO molar ratio and free fatty acid content further enhanced the catalyst activity and reduced reaction time.
