Article
Chemistry, Physical
Huan Zhang, Xin Fan, Xiangyu Liu, Qingdong He, Wenting Zhao, Lei Han, Jingjing Cui, Fang Guo, Wenbo Wang
Summary: A green, low-cost and powerful adsorbent named MCSiMg49 was developed to purify wastewater containing low or high concentrations of lead ions. The adsorbent has a high specific surface area and can completely remove lead ions from natural water, making it ideal for drinking water purification.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Hanieh Najafi, Samira Farajfaed, Sheida Zolgharnian, Seyed Heydar Mosavi Mirak, Neda Asasian-Kolur, Seyedmehdi Sharifian
Summary: Pillared clays are special modified clays with significant and permanent porosity, known for their catalytic properties and adsorptive characteristics towards different contaminants. Various methods for pillaring clays, comparison of pillaring agents, and modification techniques to enhance selective adsorption towards specific pollutants have been studied. These materials show potential for adsorptive applications towards organic, pharmaceutical, and metal ions pollutants.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sujata Mandal, Jose Calderon, Sreekar B. Marpu, Mohammad A. Omary, Sheldon Q. Shi
Summary: In this study, an effective and environmentally friendly adsorbent, kenaf-based activated carbon (KAC), showed good adsorption capacity for heavy metals and dye in aqueous solution. The optimal pH for adsorption of metal ions and dye was found to be 6 and 4, respectively. The adsorption process followed pseudo-second-order kinetics and the adsorption efficiency improved with higher temperature. The KAC demonstrated stable adsorption performance even after 3 cycles of reuse.
JOURNAL OF CONTAMINANT HYDROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Rubie Mae D. Fernandez, Renz John R. Estrada, Tomas Ralph B. Tomon, Roger G. Dingcong Jr, Ruben F. Amparado, Rey Y. Capangpangan, Roberto M. Malaluan, Gerard G. Dumancas, Alona A. Lubguban, Arnold C. Alguno, Hernando P. Bacosa, Arnold A. Lubguban
Summary: This study presents a novel polyurethane-activated carbon composite (PACC) as an effective and sustainable adsorbent for treating lead-ion-contaminated waters. The experimental data showed excellent adsorption performance of PACC and indicated potential for regeneration.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meichen Wang, Gopal Bera, Kusumica Mitra, Terry L. Wade, Anthony H. Knap, Timothy D. Phillips
Summary: The study demonstrated that medical grade activated carbon and acid processed montmorillonite clay have strong adsorption capabilities for heavy metals, and can prevent toxicity in a simulated gastrointestinal tract. In vivo experiments showed that medical grade activated carbon effectively protected Hydra vulgaris from the impacts of heavy metals, exhibiting good safety and protective effects.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhen Zhang, Tao Wang, Huixue Zhang, Yonghong Liu, Baoshan Xing
Summary: Magnetized activated carbons (MAC) prepared from rape straw powder showed high adsorption capacities for Pb(II) and Cd(II) due to surface active points, with adsorption behavior conforming to the Freundlich model and pseudo-second-order kinetic model. Thermodynamic parameters indicated spontaneous and endothermic reactions. Adjusting the pH of the solution could enhance adsorption capacity, but competitive adsorption occurred in the presence of high-valent ions. Adsorption mechanisms included electrostatic attraction, surface complexation, and co-precipitation. The MAC material showed potential for heavy metal ion removal from aqueous solutions.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiangyue Ge, Ning Tang, Jiayin Guo, Mengdie Yu, Yafei Zhang, Xiaodong Li, Jie Liang
Summary: In this study, a novel magnetic material, MnO2/PDA@Fe3O4, was prepared and characterized. It was found that polydopamine coated the magnetic nucleus and acted as a dense intermediate layer for MnO2 attachment. MnO2/PDA@Fe3O4 showed superior adsorption performance, efficiently removing heavy metal cations in both single and mixed systems.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Camilla Galletti, Melodj Dosa, Nunzio Russo, Debora Fino
Summary: Many industries discharge wastewater containing heavy metals, which must be treated to remove the pollutants. Activated carbon adsorption is commonly used but is expensive, leading to research on low-cost alternatives like zeolites. Among them, clinoptilolite shows high selectivity for heavy metal ions, especially cadmium.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ayesha Gul, Azman Ma'amor, Nader Ghaffari Khaligh, Nurhidayatullaili Muhd Julkapli
Summary: This review explores the applications of activated carbon (AC) using adsorption technology in wastewater treatment, specifically targeting heavy metals and dyes. AC exhibits high adsorption efficiency, non-toxicity, and sustainability, making it a promising material for commercial applications. However, there are still limitations in its current usage, and further research is needed to develop simple and cost-effective synthesis methods and study its performance in real wastewater systems.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Regiane D. F. Rios, Patricia J. B. Bueno, Julio C. S. Terra, Flavia C. C. Moura
Summary: Adsorption on activated carbon derived from macauba palm waste was used to remove Zn, Cd, and Pb ions from aqueous solutions. The adsorbents exhibited high adsorption capacities and could be reused multiple times. Surface modification of the activated carbon facilitated its use, recovery, and reuse.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Guangdou Qi, Zhifei Pan, Xueyang Zhang, Shuaishuai Chang, Hongbo Wang, Min Wang, Wei Xiang, Bin Gao
Summary: Microwave biochar produced with activated carbon catalyst shows excellent potential in removing heavy metals from waste water due to its high specific surface area and adsorption capacity. The optimum pH value for heavy metal removal is between 5-6, and Pb2+ exhibits the strongest affinity. The adsorption process is mainly explained by monolayer adsorption and chemical adsorption mechanisms. Complexation with oxygen-containing functional groups and precipitation with carbonate are the predominant adsorption mechanisms.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Suraj Kumar Bhagat, Konstantina Pyrgaki, Sinan Q. Salih, Tiyasha Tiyasha, Ufuk Beyaztas, Shamsuddin Shahid, Zaher Mundher Yaseen
Summary: This study utilized artificial intelligent models to predict copper ions adsorption by Attapulgite clay from aqueous solutions, with ANN model showing the best performance in predicting Ad when all variables were considered. The applied statistical analysis suggests that ANN and Grid-RF models can be used for monitoring and simulating the adsorption process.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Indira Chimanlal, Mahadi Lesaoana, Heidi Richards
Summary: In this study, Macadamia-derived activated carbon was used to remediate selected heavy metals from wastewater samples. It was found that the modified activated carbon displayed higher removal efficiencies and adsorption capacities compared to the unmodified activated carbon.
MINERALS ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Md Saif Hasan, Aneek Krishna Karmakar
Summary: Spent automobile batteries are a significant source of harmful heavy metals for the environment, and activated carbons have been proven effective in treating these metals. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the application of activated carbons in adsorbing heavy metals from spent car batteries in aquatic systems, discussing their preparation, adsorption mechanisms, and future research recommendations.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Norshila Abu Bakar, Norzila Othman, Zalilah Murni Yunus, Wahid Ali Hamood Altowayti, Muhammad Tahir, Nurina Fitriani, Siti Nor Aishah Mohd-Salleh
Summary: Textile industry effluents containing high concentrations of heavy metals are harmful to humans, plants, and animals. Adsorption technology, particularly using activated carbon from agricultural waste such as banana peel, is an effective and eco-friendly method for heavy metal removal in textile wastewater treatment. Different heavy metals show varying affinity towards adsorbents, with Ni2+ and Cd2+ having lower affinity, requiring adsorbents with high porosity and surface area for their removal.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Van-Dat Doan, Ngoc-Vy Nguyen, Thi Lan-Huong Nguyen, Vy Anh Tran, Van Thuan Le
Summary: In this study, a ternary magnetically separable nanocomposite of silver nanoparticles embedded in magnetic graphene oxide was successfully synthesized and characterized. The material exhibited ultrafast catalytic reduction of organic pollutants with excellent stability and recoverability. Therefore, it holds promise for potential applications in wastewater treatment.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Yasser Vasseghian, Elena-Niculina Dragoi, Fares Almomani, Van Thuan Le
Summary: The research and technological advancements in the field of nanotechnology have led to significant application developments, particularly in the use of graphene-based materials (GBMs) as fillers in the bioplastic industry. While efforts have been mainly focused on materials development and energy consumption minimization, attention must also be given to the characterization of potential toxicological and environmental impacts.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Van-Dat Doan, Thanh Long Phan, Van Thuan Le, Yasser Vasseghian, Lebedeva Olga Evgenievna, Dai Lam Tran, Van Tan Le
Summary: In this study, silver nanoparticles were successfully synthesized using Poria cocos extract, displaying a highly crystalline structure with an average crystal size of 20 nm. The PC-AgNPs exhibited superior catalytic activity and selectivity in the reduction of 4-nitrophenol as well as the colorimetric detection of Fe3+ ions.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Yasser Vasseghian, Elena-Niculina Dragoi, Fares Almomani, Van Thuan Le
Summary: This review analyzes the use of graphene as an absorbent and catalyst for the degradation of MNZ, investigating the parameters affecting adsorption and photocatalytic degradation while summarizing the basic mechanisms occurring in these processes.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thi Hong Anh Nguyen, Van-Cuong Nguyen, Thi Nhu Huynh Phan, Van Thuan Le, Yasser Vasseghian, Mikhail Alexandrovich Trubitsyn, Anh-Tien Nguyen, Tan Phat Chau, Van-Dat Doan
Summary: In this study, novel biogenic silver and gold nanoparticles were developed using Ganoderma lucidum extract, showing excellent performance in catalysis, antibacterial activity, and chemical sensing.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Renat Maratovich Akhmadullin, Hien Y. Hoang, Natalia Aleksandrovna Mukmeneva, Van Thuan Le, Alfiia Garipova Akhmadullina, Cam Hung Ly, Dinh Tuan Phan, Anh Khoa Tran, Yasser Vasseghian, My Uyen Dao
Summary: An efficient catalyst based on solid NaOH coated with a hydrophobic layer was developed for the synthesis of 4,40-bis(2,6-di-tert-butylphenol), which is commonly used as an antioxidant in polymers, fuels, and lubricants. The catalyst's hydrophobic coating, consisting of sodium phenolate and titanate, enhanced its mechanical durability and formed catalytically active sites. Characterization techniques such as SEM-EDS, TEM, FT-IR, TLC, and HPLC were used to analyze the catalyst's properties. The catalyst showed high activity and stability in the initial stage of the synthesis, and its kinetic regularities were investigated.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Vy Anh Tran, Ha Huu Do, Van Thuan Le, Yasser Vasseghian, Vien Vo, Sang Hyun Ahn, Soo Young Kim, Sang-Wha Lee
Summary: This article discusses the application of metal-organic framework (MOF)-derived anode materials in the oxygen evolution reaction (OER). By designing and synthesizing high-performance catalysts, fast and low-cost water oxidation can be achieved, providing important support for sustainable and clean energy production.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Hoai Thuong Nguyen, Minh Thuyen Chau, Phan Thi Bich Thao
Summary: This study investigates the effect of nano-dispersed silicon dioxides nanoparticles (nSiO(2)) on ferroelectric switching and phase transition properties in a ferroelectric metal-organic framework of [ND4][Zn(DCOO)(3)]. The addition of nSiO(2) was found to increase phase transition temperatures and inhibit repolarization in the ferroelectric parts. Furthermore, increasing amounts of nSiO(2) made it more difficult to obtain saturated dielectric hysteresis loops, resulting in a transformation into unsaturated ones with a higher coercive field. The presence of residual water molecules on nSiO(2) was identified as the cause for these anomalies.
INTEGRATED FERROELECTRICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Van-Dat Doan, Van Tan Le, Dai Lam Tran, Thi Lan Huong Nguyen, Dinh Chien Nguyen, Anh-Tien Nguyen, Van Thuan Le
Summary: This study successfully synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using the aqueous extract of Gnetum montanum (GM) as a bioreductant and stabilizer. The suitable conditions for synthesis were determined. The phytosynthesized GM-AgNPs showed great potential as catalysts for the reduction of nitrophenols in water. Rating: 8/10.
MOLECULAR CATALYSIS
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Vy Anh Tran, Van Dat Doan, Van Thuan Le, Thanh-Quang Nguyen, Ta Ngoc Don, Vo Vien, Nguyen Thanh Luan, Giang N. L. Vo
Summary: According to recent studies, interest in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and their derivatives are still developing in the field of electrochemical biosensing. This is because of their superior electrical conductivity, active surface area, and easier manufacturing procedures. This study discusses current advances in the use of MOF nanoparticles as highly conductive substrates in electrochemical biosensing. The study categorized biosensors into enzyme and nonenzyme biosensors and analyzed recent research works in each category. It provides an overview of various analyses, MOFs materials, and sensor performance, as well as discusses the broad concerns, difficulties, and future views in this field.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Thi Kieu Ngan Tran, Van Thuan Le, Tien Hoang Nguyen, Van Dat Doan, Yasser Vasseghian, Hoang Sinh Le
Summary: This study provides an eco-friendly and economical method to recycle discarded cigarette butts as adsorbents for removing synthetic dyes. The treated cigarette butts showed high adsorption capacity for cationic dyes, while the composite with chitosan exhibited stronger affinity for anionic dyes. The CB-based adsorbents demonstrated high reusability and potential for treating synthetic dyes in wastewater.
KOREAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Tran Thanh Tam Toan, Do Mai Nguyen, Anh Quang Dao, Van Thuan Le, Yasser Vasseghian
Summary: Long-term reliance on fossil fuels is causing the energy crisis and environmental problems to worsen. Therefore, innovative energy-conversion technologies are needed to replace conventional fossil-based energy systems. However, the widespread use of these technologies is hindered by the use of expensive precious metals as electrode catalysts. Surface metal nitrides (SMNs) have emerged as one of the best electrode materials to replace noble metal-based electrocatalysts in the next generation of energy storage and energy-conversion devices. This paper discusses the recent advancements in the use of SMNs for electrocatalysis, including their structure and activity origins, synthesis techniques, examples of their use in various reactions, and the current challenges and future prospects.
MOLECULAR CATALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Van Thuan Le, Thi Kieu Ngan Tran, Nguyen Khoa Dang, Van Dat Doan, Vy Anh Tran, Yasser Vasseghian, Tejraj M. Aminabhavi
Summary: The recycling and reuse of biomass wastes, such as spent coffee grounds (SCGs), have gained attention due to their economic and environmental benefits. This study successfully utilized SCGs to prepare Mn3O4/activated carbon nanocomposites (Mn3O4/AC) for the adsorption of methylene blue (MB). The results showed high adsorption efficiency, reusability, and stability of the Mn3O4/AC composite, making it a promising material for wastewater treatment.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bao An Huynh, Van-Dat Doan, Van Cuong Nguyen, Anh-Tien Nguyen, Van Thuan Le
Summary: In this study, gold nanoparticles synthesized via a green approach were used as a colorimetric probe for detecting Pb2+ ions in water. The MT-AuNPs showed high sensitivity and selectivity towards Pb2+ ions, and the proposed method demonstrated good practicability in analyzing Pb2+ in drinking water samples.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tran Thi Thanh Thuy, Huynh Thanh Phong, Nguyen Van Trong, Doan Van Dat
Summary: A TiO2/Mn3O4/Fe3O4 nanocomposite was developed for lead ions enrichment and determination. The optimized parameters of the combined cloud point-solid phase extraction procedure showed high efficiency for lead ions.
VIETNAM JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
