Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Nisar, Humaira Yasmeen Gondal, Shanza Munir, Zain Maqsood Cheema, Sami A. Alhussain, Magdi E. A. Zaki
Summary: A new class of functionalized imidazolium-based Task-Specific Ionic Liquids (TSILs) is designed as low-cost bifunctional organocatalyst. New alkoxymethylimidazolium ILs are efficiently synthesized under solvent free conditions and extensively characterized by physical and spectral studies. The newly synthesized ILs demonstrate excellent catalytic potential in condensation reactions of high importance, such as the Biginelli reaction for the synthesis of medicinally important dihydropyrimidiones. The effect of the alkoxy group and counter-ions in the imidazolium salts were evaluated in detail. Moreover, computational studies were employed to explore the structural dynamics and physicochemical properties of the prepared ionic liquids. 3-(iso-butoxymethyl)-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate (iBOMMIMBF4 7) exhibited the highest catalytic ability due to the combined influence of the alkoxy group structure, counterion nature, high electrophilicity index, and availability of the reactive C2-H. Some notable advantages of the new TSILs include efficient catalyst preparation, simple work-up procedure, recyclability, short reaction times, and excellent yields.
JOURNAL OF SAUDI CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Fen Liu, Jiang Yu, Abdul Basit Qazi, Li Zhang, Xueke Liu
Summary: Ionic liquids (ILs) have attracted attention as novel functional desulfurization materials, with metal-based ILs (MILs) showing unique advantages in hydrophobicity, oxidation performance, and acidity for improved oxidative desulfurization. MILs possess absorption and oxidation centers for intramolecular adsorption and oxidation, improving the ODS process efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Dawid Kansy, Krystyna Czaja, Kornelia Bosowska, Pawel Groch
Summary: Ionic liquids were used as catalysts for glycerin condensation reaction, and the reaction process was studied using techniques such as NMR and FTIR spectroscopy.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Filipa Lima, Luis C. Branco, Armando J. D. Silvestre, Isabel M. Marrucho
Summary: This review article presents the use of deep eutectic solvents (DES) in removing sulfur pollutants from transportation fuels, highlighting the urgent need to reduce the impact of fossil fuels impurities on outdoor air pollution. A comparative evaluation with Ionic Liquids (ILs) shows that DES has advantages in extracting sulfur contaminants, but the efficiency gap between simulated matrices and real fuels is still a challenge to be addressed.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hanxiang Chen, Shuting Hou, Haoyuan Cui, Chao Wang, Ming Zhang, Hongping Li, Hui Xu, Jiqing Wu, Wenshuai Zhu
Summary: The interfacial properties and active site distribution of catalysts have a significant impact on catalytic oxidative desulfurization activity, which has been a research focus in recent years. In this study, an amphiphilic and polyoxometalate poly(ionic liquids) were prepared through cross-linking copolymerization and ion exchange reaction for desulfurization in fuel. The resulting sample, p-C2VIM-DVB-2-PMo, exhibited enhanced desulfurization performance and good thermal stability, meeting the requirements for deep desulfurization. Density functional theory calculations were also utilized to investigate the adsorption strength and interaction nature between the cation and sulfide compounds.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Anna Sowinska, Magdalena Maciejewska, Laina Guo, Etienne Delebecq
Summary: Task-specific ionic liquids (TSILs) are designed for specific applications to improve the efficiency of vulcanization of rubber compounds while maintaining safe processing, characterized by satisfactory functional properties in EPDM vulcanizates.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Chi-Linh Do-Thanh, Huimin Luo, James A. Gaugler, Sheng Dai
Summary: A 1,2-hydroxypyridinone (HOPO) grafted ionic liquid (HOPO-IL) was synthesized and investigated for its extraction performance in various ionic liquids (ILs) and organic solvents. The results showed that the extraction performance of this HOPO-IL extractant was enhanced by approximately 2 folds in IL solvents compared to organic solvents. The study also revealed a strong pH dependence and a dominant cation-exchange mechanism of lanthanide extraction.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jingwen Zhang, Chao Cheng, Chengbo Lu, Wenxiu Li, Bing Li, Jun Wang, Jinhua Wang, Zhongkun Du, Lusheng Zhu
Summary: Ionic liquids (ILs) consist of anions and cations, with different functional groups giving them specific functions and forming task-specific ILs (TSILs). In this study, the toxic effects of two imidazolium-based ILs on zebrafish were investigated, showing that the addition of functional groups reduced the toxicity of ILs. These findings could contribute to better synthesis and utilization of ILs in the future.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zahra Moheb-Aleaba, Mohammad Reza Khosravi-Nikou
Summary: This study developed a new methodology for screening suitable cation and anion molecules to achieve maximum sulfur removal efficiency. The best structural descriptors were selected using Genetic Algorithm, and then the most proper cations and anions were chosen using Principal Component Analysis (PCA). It was concluded that ionic liquids with imidazolium and pyridinium cations with hexyl chain, combined with [N(CN)2] and [Ac] anions, are promising extraction solvents for desulfurization.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH & DESIGN
(2023)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Suman Tahir, Umair Yaqub Qazi, Zubera Naseem, Noor Tahir, Muhammad Zahid, Rahat Javaid, Imran Shahid
Summary: The increasing energy consumption has led to a rise in sulfur emissions, causing economic and health issues, as well as impacting the efficiency of diesel engine emission control systems. To combat this, research is being conducted on various desulfurization technologies, including conventional methods like hydrodesulfurization and alternative processes such as adsorptive, extractive, oxidative, and bio-desulfurization. Factors such as DES selection, extraction temperature, extraction time, DES regeneration, and multistage extractions play a crucial role in the desulfurization efficiency, with deep eutectic solvents showing promise as a less toxic and more efficient alternative for extractive desulfurization.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingwen Li, Yanwen Guo, Junjun Tan, Bing Hu
Summary: A novel family of imidazole-based polyoxometalate dicationic ionic liquids catalysts were synthesized for efficient desulfurization of fuel oil, showing excellent desulfurization efficiency and recyclability. The possible mechanism of the ECODS process was proposed based on the catalytic performance under different conditions.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Shoaib Muhammad, Muhammad Naveed Javed, Komal Aziz Gill, Firdous Imran Ali, William Henderson, Ahmed Bari, Syed Ghulam Musharraf, Jameel Ahmed Baig, Imran Ali Hashmi
Summary: In this study, a green and efficient extraction method for iron triad elements from aqueous mixtures was developed using a novel ionic liquid. The method demonstrated high selectivity for cobalt and iron, while nickel was not easily detectable by the naked eye.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jinrui Zhang, Jie Yin, Wendi Fu, Hongshun Ran, Wei Jiang, Hongping Li, Wenshuai Zhu, Huaming Li, Ming Zhang
Summary: Silica-based porous ionic liquids (OS-PIL) functionalized with quaternary ammonium salt were successfully synthesized to remove dibenzo-thiophene (DBT) in model fuel. The OS-PIL exhibited high extraction activity with a Nernst partition coefficient of 4.22. The synergistic effect between porous materials and ionic liquids, along with the multiple sites in the quaternary ammonium salt, greatly contributed to the high extractive desulfurization efficiency.
FUEL PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tingting Pei, Yaxian Chen, Huiting Wang, Lixin Xia
Summary: A new catalyst was synthesized by immobilizing heteropolyacid on ionic liquid-modified mesostructured cellular silica foam, which showed good stability and desulfurization activity for various sulfur-containing compounds in oxidative desulfurization. The catalyst solved the shortage of ionic liquid amount and difficult separation in the process, and its special three-dimensional structure greatly improved catalytic efficiency. The prepared catalyst exhibited high desulfurization activity and good stability even after being recycled multiple times.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Vladislav Gorbunov, Aleksey Buryak, Kirill Oskolok, Andrey G. Popov, Irina Tarkhanova
Summary: In this article, a series of effective catalysts based on betaine and sulfuric or phosphomolybdic acids were obtained. These compositions were characterized and tested in the oxidation of sulfur- and nitrogenous-containing compounds by H2O2. The acidity change is non-linearly influenced by the amount of heteropolyacid (HPA), and the removal of sulfur-containing compounds is correlated with the concentration of Bronsted acid sites on the catalyst surface. On the other hand, the removal of pyridine is primarily determined by the content of heteropolyacids in the catalyst.
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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)
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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)