Review
Environmental Sciences
Hai Bang Truong, Jin Hur, Xuan Cuong Nguyen
Summary: Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) has gained significant attention in the past decade for its potential in environmental remediation, particularly as a visible light photocatalyst. However, challenges in practical applications, such as the powdered form hindering separation and the limited research on real-world use, exist. Integration of magnetic or floating materials and the synergy of experimental and computational approaches offer promising solutions to address these challenges.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Huifen Yin, Hanlu Shi, Lei Sun, Dongsheng Xia, Xiangjuan Yuan
Summary: The study successfully enhanced the efficiency of photocatalytic degradation of Ofloxacin by preparing Ag2O-modified g-C3N4 composite materials and explored the key factors influencing the photocatalytic system. The Ag2O-CN1.0 studied exhibited good stability and recyclability, with great application prospects.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qiaohong Zhu, Zehong Xu, Bocheng Qiu, Mingyang Xing, Jinlong Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes recent advances in high-performance cocatalysts based on g-C3N4 towards hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), discussing the functions, design principles, classifications, modification strategies of cocatalysts, and their intrinsic mechanisms for enhancing photocatalytic HER activity. Furthermore, the pivotal challenges and future developments of cocatalysts in the field of HER are also proposed.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gonzalo Alejandro Escareno-Torres, Jose Alfonso Pinedo-Escobar, David Alejandro De Haro-Del Rio, Patricia Becerra-Castaneda, Daniel G. Araiza, Horacio Inchaurregui-Mendez, Cristina Jared Carrillo-Martinez, Luis Mario Gonzalez-Rodriguez
Summary: In this study, ternary photocatalysts comprising TiO2/SnO2/g-C3N4 were synthesized for the degradation of ciprofloxacin (CIP) in water. Various techniques were used to characterize the photocatalysts, and photocatalytic degradation tests of CIP were carried out under different radiation sources. The results showed that the P25/npA/g-C3N4 (90/10) material exhibited the best performance, achieving CIP degradation of over 97%.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Derek Hao, Qin Huang, Wei Wei, Xiaojuan Bai, Bing-Jie Ni
Summary: The study demonstrates a facile preparation method of g-C3N4 hydrogel microspheres with high photocatalytic activity for organic pollutant control, by utilizing cross-link reactions between sodium alginate and calcium ions. The hydrogel microspheres show good cycle stability and can be reused for multiple cycles, while also being biodegradable for methane production, offering new inspiration for the development of easily reusable and sustainable photocatalysts for wastewater treatment.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Bingrong Guo, Bin Liu, Chaoli Wang, Yuhua Wang, Shu Yin, Muhammad Sufyan Javed, Weihua Han
Summary: A novel S-scheme Ti0.7Sn0.3O2/g-C3N4 heterojunction photocatalyst was proposed, showing superior photocatalytic performance under visible light for the degradation of Rhodamine B and tetracycline hydrochloride in water. The excellent photocatalytic activity is attributed to the effective separation and transfer of photo-generated charges in the S-scheme structure between Ti0.7Sn0.3O2 and g-C3N4.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shafali Singh, Navita Sharma, Pinki Sehrawat, Sushil Kumar Kansal
Summary: In recent decades, pharmaceuticals have become a new category of environmental pollutants due to their presence in water bodies. Metal-free g-C3N4 (GCN)-based composites have gained significant attention for their ability to degrade pharmaceutical compounds. This study prepared and characterized a GCN/BiOCl composite, which showed excellent stability in degrading levofloxacin (LVX) under solar light irradiation. The composite was also effective in degrading other pharmaceuticals in an aqueous phase. Therefore, this work presents an effective method for the simultaneous degradation of pharmaceutical contaminants in water using the GCN/BiOCl composite.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Sunil Kumar Sharma, Amit Kumar, Gaurav Sharma, Tongtong Wang, Ana Iglesias-Juez, Pooja Dhiman
Summary: Photocatalytic technology has become a promising solution for environmental remediation and energy production. The recent advances in g-C3N4/Metal Organic Frameworks (MOFs) heterojunctions have demonstrated their great potential in achieving high-performance photocatalysis. The unique advantages of g-C3N4/MOFs heterojunctions, such as enhanced light absorption and improved electron-hole separation, have been discussed, along with their applications in environmental remediation and energy production. The recent research progress on the mechanisms and practical applications of g-C3N4/MOFs heterojunctions highlights their enormous potential in photocatalytic technology.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Xiaolu Liu, Ran Ma, Li Zhuang, Baowei Hu, Jianrong Chen, Xiaoyan Liu, Xiangke Wang
Summary: Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) has high thermal stability and a moderate band gap, but its performance is limited by issues like insufficient absorption of visible light. Element doping is an effective strategy to enhance its photocatalytic properties and improve performance.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Feidias Bairamis, Ilaeira Rapti, Ioannis Konstantinou
Summary: In recent years, the interest in photocatalysis has grown rapidly due to its importance in environmental depollution and addressing the energy crisis. Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) photocatalyst has gained attention for its properties and ease of preparation, although efforts are needed to improve charge carrier separation efficiency. Z-scheme-based heterostructures have emerged as a promising approach for separating charge carriers and enhancing oxidation and reduction capability. This review focuses on the development and application of Z-scheme-based g-C3N4 composite materials in the past three years, particularly their photocatalytic efficiency for addressing emerging pollutants.
CURRENT OPINION IN GREEN AND SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shizong Wang, Jianlong Wang
Summary: A magnetic 2D/2D oxygen-doped graphite carbon nitride/biochar composite was fabricated and used to activate peroxymonosulfate for the degradation of emerging organic pollutants. The composite showed superior catalytic activity, complete degrading antibiotic SMX and other emerging organic pollutants, with good photocatalytic activity under visible light. This enhanced catalytic activity was attributed to improved interfacial charge transfer and adsorption capacity.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Carlos J. Pestana, Jianing Hui, Dolores Camacho-Munoz, Christine Edwards, Peter K. J. Robertson, John. T. S. Irvine, Linda A. Lawton
Summary: Cyanobacteria and their toxins pose a threat to drinking water safety, and using solar light active photocatalysts is a low-cost method to purify water. A recycled glass bead method was used to obtain TiO2 and g-C3N4 coated floating photocatalysts. The results showed that g-C3N4 and TiO2+g-C3N4 coated beads were more effective than TiO2 coated beads in removing cyanotoxins from water.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yanqing Cong, Jiaxin Yi, Shengna Liang, Feng Zhang, Yi Zhang, Shi-Wen Lv
Summary: In this study, a novel 500NiCo(2)O(4)@CdS-5%Ag photocatalytic composite was successfully fabricated, which showed enhanced visible light absorption and restrained recombination of photogenerated charge carriers. The deposition of Ag further promoted the transfer of charge carriers and accelerated the reaction rate. The composite displayed excellent stability and high removal efficiency in the photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants, providing inspiration for designing novel photocatalytic systems.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ch. Venkata Reddy, Aashna Nagar, Nagaraj P. Shetti, I. Neelakanta Reddy, Soumen Basu, Jaesool Shim, Raghava Reddy Kakarla
Summary: In this study, novel g-C3N4/BiVO4 nanohybrid catalysts were prepared and characterized. The composite catalyst exhibited enhanced photocatalytic degradation efficiency of methylene blue and tetracycline pollutants.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wenyu Zhang, Chuankun Yin, Yezi Jin, Xianjie Feng, Xiaoxia Li, Aihua Xu
Summary: This study successfully achieved fast degradation of Rhodamine B and other pollutants by activating STS using g-C3N4 catalyst, showing high efficiency, good reusability, and promising potential for practical applications.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
M. Thiruppathi, K. Saravanakumar, M. Arunpandian, C. Ramalingan, E. R. Nagarajan
Summary: In this study, a CuWO(4)poly(methyl methacrylate) nanocomposite thin film (CPTF) was successfully fabricated using a simple and inexpensive solution casting method. The CPTF exhibited excellent photocatalytic degradation performance, which was mainly attributed to the synergistic effect between CuWO4 and PMMA.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
M. Murugalakshmi, G. Mamba, Sajid Ali Ansari, V Muthuraj, T. I. T. Nkambule
Summary: The study demonstrates the effectiveness of binary nanostructures comprising In2S3 and Yb2O3 as photocatalysts for water treatment. The photocatalytic activity is dependent on factors such as catalyst composition, dosage, contact time, and initial pollutant concentration. The enhanced activity is attributed to efficient visible light absorption and charge separation, leading to increased degradation rates of pollutants.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
G. Mamba, P. J. Mafa, V. Muthuraj, A. Mashayekh-Salehi, S. Royer, T. I. T. Nkambule, S. Rtimi
Summary: In recent years, ABO(3) perovskite materials have been widely used in heterogeneous advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) for water treatment and disinfection due to their remarkable catalytic properties. This review provides an overview of the synthesis strategies, structure, and properties of ABO(3) materials, and discusses their recent applications in various AOPs, including photocatalysis, Fenton/photo-Fenton, persulphate activation, sonocatalysis/sonophotocatalysis, catalytic/photocatalytic ozonation, piezocatalysis/piezo photocatalysis, and photoelectrocatalytic oxidation. The catalytic activity of ABO(3) perovskites can be modulated through synthesis protocol, doping, heterojunction formation, and the incorporation of carbon nanomaterials. Moreover, the combination of ABO(3) materials with oxidants such as persulphate, H2O2, and O-3 enhances the activity of hybrid processes. The review also discusses the mechanisms of charge carriers' formation and transfer in ABO(3-)mediated AOPs.
MATERIALS TODAY NANO
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Karunamoorthy Saravanakumar, Velusamy Maheskumar, Yeonji Yea, Yeomin Yoon, Velluchamy Muthuraj, Chang Min Park
Summary: A novel two-dimensional 2D/2D Bi2WO6@g-C3N5 (BiW@CN) heterojunction with remarkable light-harvesting capability and enhanced photocatalytic performance for tetracycline degradation was designed and fabricated. The excellent enhancement activity of BiW@CN is attributed to the formation of an S-scheme heterojunction, promoting spatial charge separation and endowing reduction power to photogenerated electrons. This research provides a new platform for efficient 2D/2D S-scheme heterojunctions for environmental water pollution treatments.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Karunamoorthy Saravanakumar, Manickavasagan Abinaya, Sivaraj Mehnath, Velmurugan Shanmuga Priya, Murugaraj Jeyaraj, Sarah Al-Rashed, Velluchamy Muthuraj
Summary: Bioresources are gaining importance in the field of drug discovery and delivery. Marine sponges, in particular, have attracted great interest due to their production of metabolites for survival in harsh environments. This study reports the incorporation of silver nanoparticles with metabolites derived from a marine sponge Clathria frondifera. The synthesized material, called Ag Fortified Sponge spheres (AFS), showed great efficacy in addressing environmental and health issues. AFS spheres were successfully synthesized using marine sponge extracts as reducing agents, resulting in long-lasting antimicrobial activity. The characterization of AFS and other silver nanoparticles was performed using various analytical techniques. AFS was found to be composed of silver oxides and organo-silver compounds. The cytotoxic response of AFS was evaluated and showed excellent activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Anticancer studies also demonstrated promising results. Overall, this study highlights the potential of marine sponge-derived metabolites and silver nanoparticles in drug discovery and delivery.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lalitha Gnanasekaran, Saravanan Rajendran, P. Senthil Kumar, A. K. Priya, F. Gracia, Mohamed A. Habila, Karunamoorthy Saravanakumar
Summary: This work introduces composite catalysts of titanium dioxide (TiO2) and tin dioxide (SnO2) for the visible light degradation of methyl orange (MO) dye, and carries out experiments on its effectiveness against Staphylococcus aureus bacteria.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lalitha Gnanasekaran, A. A. Jalil, Senthil Kumar, Saravanan Rajendran, F. Gracia, Matias Soto-Moscoso, Mohamed A. Habila, Karunamoorthy Saravanakumar
Summary: This study reports the synthesis of flower-shaped p-n heterojunction NiO/CeO2 and investigates their properties and photocatalytic mechanism. The degradation efficiency of the synthesized catalysts for organic pollutant methyl orange (MO) is also discussed. The results show that this material exhibits outstanding activity and stability, making it a promising candidate for future applications.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Benjamin Moses Filip Jones, Gcina Mamba, D. Maruthamani, V. Muthuraj
Summary: The study successfully prepared Nb2O5RGO/MoO3 ternary nano-composites and revealed the mechanism of their enhanced photocatalytic activity through a series of characterizations and tests. The results showed that the composite exhibited the best photocatalytic activity at 10 wt% MoO3, with removal rates of 85.4% and 88.2% for ciprofloxacin and sulfasalazine, respectively.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Karunamoorthy Saravanakumar, Velmurugan Shanmuga Priya, Vellaichamy Balakumar, Seenivasan Lakshmi Prabavathi, Velluchamy Muthuraj
Summary: We report an effective method for immobilizing noble metal nanoparticles on g-C3N4 nanosheets via ultrasonication. The Pd@g-C3N4 nanocomposite exhibits the best catalytic performance for the conversion of 4-nitrophenol to 4-aminophenol. The g-CN not only acts as a stabilizer, but also improves the stability of the noble metal nanoparticles.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Gcina D. Vilakati, Awande S. Mtsetfwa, Lihle D. Mafu, Gcina Mamba, Derrick S. Dlamini, Machawe M. Motsa
Summary: Pre-synthesized sulfur-doped graphitic carbon nitride nanoparticles were incorporated into polysulfone casting solution to fabricate mixed matrix membranes. The addition of nanoparticles increased surface roughness, enhanced membrane wettability and porosity, and improved bovine serum albumin rejection. The modified membranes showed potential for water separation and purification.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Linda Aissani, Akram Alhussein, Abdul Wasy Zia, Gcina Mamba, Sami Rtimi
Summary: The current economic and ecological situation encourages the use of steel to push technological limits and offer more cost-effective products. The addition of small amounts of chemical elements and different treatment methods can enhance the properties of steel and protect its surface. The magnetron sputtering deposition process is a versatile option for thin film growth on various substrates.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Masoumeh Golshan, Na Tian, Gcina Mamba, Babak Kakavandi
Summary: This study successfully prepared a magnetic spinel of CuFe2O4, which exhibited a synergetic effect with photocatalytic PMS oxidation and effectively degraded the recalcitrant benzotriazole (BTA).
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Govindan Jagan, Karunamoorthy Saravanakumar, Jianbing Li, Yeomin Yoon, Chang Min Park
Summary: In this study, a novel double Z-scheme g-C3N5/BiFeO3/ZnIn2S4 (CBZ) heterojunction nanocomposite was synthesized using a simple wet chemical process. The prepared nanocomposite exhibited excellent performance in removing sulfamethoxazole (SMX) pollutant under visible light irradiation. The enhanced efficiency was attributed to the improved Fe2+/Fe3+ conversion and the synergistic coupling of the CBZ-40% in the ternary heterojunction.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Oranso T. Mahlangu, Gcina Mamba, Bhekie B. Mamba
Summary: In this study, graphene oxide-zinc oxide (GO-ZnO) nanocomposite photocatalytic membranes were fabricated using a novel double casting phase inversion method. The incorporation of GO-ZnO improved the hydrophilicity of the membranes, while the addition of PVP increased the pure water flux. Conversely, increasing GO-ZnO concentration improved the rejection of salt and drugs. Furthermore, the GO-ZnO/PVP membrane displayed the highest photocatalytic degradation performance. Overall, this work demonstrates the potential to improve both membrane filtration and photocatalytic properties through tailored membrane synthesis.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
M. Murugalakshmi, Kadarkarai Govindan, Muthu Umadevi, Carmel B. B. Breslin, Velluchamy Muthuraj
Summary: A series of Sm2O3/xIn(2)S(3) heterostructures were synthesized and utilized as photocatalysts for the degradation of ciprofloxacin and the reduction of hexavalent chromium. The study investigated the impact of various operating conditions on the photocatalytic performances. The Sm2O3/15 wt% In2S3 photocatalyst showed high efficiency in both ciprofloxacin degradation and hexavalent chromium reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-WATER RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenjing Tan, Chunmei Gao, Shifeng Ji, Yunqing Xing, Yi Guo, Baogui Liang
Summary: Membrane separation technology is widely used in wastewater treatment due to its cost-effectiveness and productivity. However, organic membrane fouling caused by humic acid is a major barrier to its further development. This study successfully addressed this issue through the production of composite materials and self-cleaning membranes, providing beneficial strategies and solutions for membrane contamination problems.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qichang Peng, Qingdong Ruan, Bin Wang, Jinyuan Liu, Chao Huang, Xingwang Zhu, Dan Li, Liangliang Liu, Yinchuan Wang, Xiaolin Zhang, Jia Yan, Paul K. Chu, Hui Xu
Summary: The escalating issue of water pollution has led to significant attention in the field of photocatalysis. In this study, OV-Sb2WO6-X photocatalyst with oxygen vacancies was synthesized, which exhibited enhanced charge separation efficiency and improved photocatalytic activity. The introduction of oxygen vacancies was successfully controlled and characterized, and the modified photocatalyst showed superior degradation efficiency for dye wastewater treatment.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wangcheng Zhang, Cunchuan Zheng, Hu Xie, Weichao Du
Summary: By using a specific curing agent ETB, the problem of dispersion and stability for oily epoxy resin in cement slurry system has been successfully solved. The application of the emulsified curing agent ETB in oilfield cement slurry system shows good rheological performance, resistance to high temperature and high pressure water loss, and corrosion resistance.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
O. I. Krivonos, A. Babenko, O. B. Belskaya
Summary: This study synthesized biochar based on sapropel and investigated the effects of chemical modification on its textural characteristics, acid-base properties, and adsorption properties. The results showed that the chemical modification increased the fraction of micropores, specific surface area, and changed the surface properties of biochar. The experiment also revealed that biochar pretreated with alkali exhibited the maximum adsorption capacity for copper ions. A conceptual model identifying the mechanisms of copper adsorption on sapropel-based biosorbent was proposed.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
H. Lachhab, N. Benzbiria, A. Titi, S. Echihi, M. E. Belghiti, Y. Karzazi, A. Zarrouk, R. Touzani, C. Jama, F. Bentiss
Summary: The corrosion inhibitory potency of two new pyrimidine-pyrazole derivatives, PPA and PPC, was evaluated for mild steel in 1 M HCl. The results showed enhanced inhibition activities with increased concentration, reaching maximal values of 91.15% and 92.39% for PPA and PPC, respectively. However, the mitigation potency decreased with increasing temperature. SEM and XPS analysis revealed that PPA and PPC adsorbed on the mild steel surface, forming a shielding layer that prevented the dissolution of the steel in the acidic solution.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shanmugapriya Sivalingam, D. Jeya Sundara Sharmila, Goutham Golla, Lakshmanan Arunachalam, Tarunendu Singh, G. Karthikeyan, A. Shanthi, Kannan Malaichamy
Summary: This study aims to develop a nano-biofungicide comprising of volatile essential oil molecules to enhance its efficacy in the field of agriculture through easily scalable green synthesis technique. The nano biofungicide was prepared through one pot hot melt ultrasonication technique with easy water dispersibility and long term stability. The physico-chemical analysis revealed that, nano bio-fungicides were amorphous sphere-shaped nanoparticles with low melting point. The encapsulation efficiency of major components of essential oil was determined, and it was found that they followed Higuchi model of release kinetics. The essential oil loaded nanostructured lipid carrier showed significantly higher mycelial growth inhibition compared to pure essential oil, indicating enhanced bio-efficacy.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yinlong Li, Yingqing Zhan, Yiwen Chen, Hongshan Jia, Ximin Chen, Fei Zhu, Xulin Yang
Summary: In this study, ZnO quantum dots decorated MXene nanosheets were used as a functional filler for waterborne epoxy coating. The improved dispersion and synergy of ZnO QDs and MXene nanosheets enhanced the anticorrosion performance of the coating.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fucheng Guan, Jing Tao, Qiang Yao, Zheng Li, Yihang Zhang, Shi Feng, Jianbin Sun, Qiang Yang, Xuecui Song, Jing Guo, Yuanfa Liu
Summary: This paper presents a method for preparing adsorbent materials based on biomass that can efficiently adsorb methylene blue. The experimental results show that the material has a hierarchical structure, high adsorption capacity, and reusability.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pengfei Hu, Zuli Mo, Weiliang Wang, Chengzhe Li, Zhaojia Guo, Guanqing Lin, Zhimin Guo
Summary: This study developed a novel in-situ particle vision and measurement (PVM) system to investigate heterocoagulation between coarse and fine particles in mineral processing. The experimental results showed that the degree of heterocoagulation decreased with increasing pH and stirring speed. Furthermore, under certain hydrodynamic conditions, coal particles were more distributed at the rear of the glass bead.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tanveer ul Haq Zia, Anwar ul Haq Ali Shah, Behisht Ara, Kashif Gul
Summary: A label-free immunosensor for detection of hepatitis C core antigen was fabricated using a ternary nanocomposite based on polypyrrole, silver doped zinc oxide, and exfoliated graphene. The immunosensor demonstrated low detection limit, high selectivity, and stability.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoyan Feng, Jiachen Li, Lijun Liang, Linli Zhu, Sa Liu, Li Ren
Summary: In this study, polystyrene divinylbenzene microspheres were surface-modified by poly(carboxybetaine methacrylate) to develop an efficient hemoperfusion adsorbent for the removal of protein-bound toxins. The modified microspheres showed increased adsorption capacity and better biocompatibility, making them promising for clinical hemoperfusion therapy.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoye Bi, Dong Xue, Yunpeng Wang, Chencheng Lv, Zexiong Li, Tao Zhao
Summary: This research aimed to develop a durable and formaldehyde-free flame retardant treatment for cotton fabrics. The results demonstrated successful grafting of phosphorous acid (PA) onto cotton fabrics, leading to enhanced flame resistance while maintaining the desired fabric characteristics.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ruolin Wang, Wenjuan Sun, Haisheng Han, Dongping Tao
Summary: This study finds that Al-starch colloidal depressants can effectively inhibit the flotation of ultrafine calcite and chlorite, and increase the grade of valuable minerals. The chemisorption of Al-starch on mineral surface changes the functional group peaks and generates new O-Al functional groups.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wondimu K. Wakejo, Ali Maged, Beteley T. Meshesha, Joon W. Kang, Abayneh G. Demesa, Sandip Chakrabarti, Thallada Bhaskar, Ashok Kumar Gupta, Amit Bhatnagar
Summary: Simultaneously removing different pharmaceutical pollutants from wastewater is an important environmental issue, and the use of a system that can remove multiple contaminants at once is necessary. Functionalized biochar (FBC) has been found to be effective in simultaneously removing acetaminophen and ciprofloxacin and other pharmaceutical pollutants.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Wang, Fengwen Yan, Jie Wu, Zhijun Huang, Liuting Song, Shunda Yuan
Summary: In this study, Cu single atoms are anchored on the external surface of g-C3N4 nanofibers to maximize atom utilization. This catalyst exhibits excellent Fenton-like catalytic activity and good stability due to the full utilization of Cu active sites.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)