Browsing by Author "Al-Ghouti, Mohammad A."
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60 Years of the Loeb-Sourirajan Membrane: Principles, New Materials, Modelling, Characterization, and Applications
( Elsevier , 2022 , Book)60 Years of the Loeb-Sourirajan Membrane: Principles, New Materials, Modelling, Characterization and Applications bring forth theoretical advances, novel characterization techniques, materials development, advanced treatment ... -
A solid-phase extractant based on microemulsion modified date pits for toxic pollutants
( Elsevier , 2013 , Article)Application of microemulsion modified raw date pits as an inexpensive solid extractant for removing methylene blue (MB), copper ion (Cu2+) and cadmium ion (Cd2+) has been presented. The results summarised herein are also ... -
Advances in polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) production from renewable waste materials using halophilic microorganisms: A comprehensive review
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) are biodegradable and biocompatible polymers that can replace conventional plastics in different sectors. However, PHA commercialization is hampered due to their high production cost resulting ... -
Agricultural Waste-Based Alternative Adsorbents for the Remediation of Organophosphate Pesticide from Water
( Springer Nature , 2022 , Conference)The study focuses on using agricultural waste-based alternative adsorbents for the remediation of organophosphate pesticide-profenofos from water. Date pits agricultural wastes were used to prepare three types of adsorbents, ... -
Allelopathic Effects of the Invasive Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC. on Native Plants: Perspectives toward Agrosystems
( MDPI , 2023 , Article)Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC. Is highly recognized for its invasive character and its detrimental effects on different plant species across the world. In this study, a field survey was performed to assess the impact of P. ... -
Characterization and assessment of process water from oil and gas production: A case study of process wastewater in Qatar
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)This study characterized and assessed three different process water (PWWs) (S-1, S-2, and S-3) from oil and gas production in Qatar. The wastewater generated in various processing stages contains many harmful components ... -
Date pits based nanomaterials for thermal insulation applications - Towards energy efficient buildings in Qatar
( Public Library of Science , 2021 , Article)Air-conditioning systems make the most significant part of energy consumption in the residential sector. There is no denying that it is essential to produce a comfortable indoor thermal environment for residents in a ... -
Degradation-fragmentation of marine plastic waste and their environmental implications: A critical review
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article Review)This review critically evaluates the plastic accumulation challenges and their environmental (primarily) and human (secondarily) impacts. It also emphasizes on their degradation and fragmentation phenomena under marine ... -
Development and application of bio-waste-derived adsorbents for the removal of boron from groundwater
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)This study investigates the development and application of bio-waste-derived adsorbents for the removal of boron from groundwater. The boron removal from groundwater was explored by bio-waste-derived adsorbents such as ... -
Development of a novel tailored ion-imprinted polymer for recovery of lithium and strontium from reverse osmosis concentrated brine
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)This study aims to prepare ion-imprinted polymer (IIP) with the benefit of a metal-based sorbent, which is fabricated to selectively adsorb lithium (Li+) from aqueous solutions, and in an attempt to remove strontium (Sr2+). ... -
Development of novel nano-γ-Al2O3 adsorbent from waste aluminum foil for the removal of boron and bromide from aqueous solution
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)The current study deals with the synthesis of nano-gamma-alumina (nano-γ-Al2O3) from waste aluminum foil and its application for the removal of boron and bromide from an aqueous solution. The physical characteristic of ... -
Effect of polymaleic acid and microwave radiations on reverse osmosis membrane's performance and properties: A response surface methodology approach
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Polymaleic acid was tested for its ability to control inorganic fouling in reverse osmosis (RO) system for the first time as a membrane surface modifier. Using the design of experiments (DoE) based on the response surface ... -
Effect of temperature and sunlight on the leachability potential of BPA and phthalates from plastic litter under marine conditions
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)This study investigates the leaching potential of several additives embedded in six different plastic types when exposed to extreme simulated marine conditions for 140 days. The findings achieved herein contribute to a ... -
Electronic waste considerations in the Middle East and North African (MENA) region: A review
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment or e-waste is a waste stream that has multiplied profoundly in recent years. Currently, many researchers focused on the study of e-waste. The Middle East & North Africa (MENA) is ... -
Enhancing the Quality of "Produced Water" by Activated Carbon
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference)The main objective is to contribute via this study, in solving an environmental issue and helping Qatar in finding suitable water resources; useful in agriculture. Qatar faces diverse water challenges; the number one that ... -
Enhancing the Remediation Capacity of Mercury Ions from Fluorescent Lamp Using Roasted Date Pits and Its Modified Forms
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference)One of the most toxic heavy metals in the environment is mercury (Hg). However, it still has major uses in various industrial and agricultural applications; leading to localized mercury pollution. There has been an increase ... -
Evaluation of processed sludge as a sustainable and efficient soil conditioner and organic fertiliser for Qatari soil
( Inderscience Publishers , 2022 , Article)Qatar is implementing the use of treated sludge as a sustainable resource in the green infrastructure. The study employed an experimental research design where five samples (two kilograms each) of pelletised sludge of both ... -
Evidencing nickel biosorption capacity of cyanobacteria Chroococcidiopsis sp.: potential metallo-protective agents
( BioMed Central , 2025 , Article)The increasing prevalence of toxic elements such as nickel (Ni) in the environment poses a significant threat to human health due to its carcinogenic effect. The study investigates the Ni biosorption potential of three ... -
Evidencing the role of carbonic anhydrase in the formation of carbonate minerals by bacterial strains isolated from extreme environments in Qatar
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)Calcium carbonate, one of the most abundant minerals in the geological records is considered as primary source of the carbon reservoir. The role of microorganisms in the biotic precipitation of calcium carbonate has been ... -
Functionalized cellulose nanocrystals extracted from date pits as agricultural waste for the efficient remediation of molybdenum from groundwater: Performance and mechanistic studies
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The adsorption technique has proven to be an excellent option for treating contaminated water. This work was designed to investigate the efficient remediation of molybdenum (Mo(VI)) from groundwater by using a novel adsorbent ...
