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Advances in fabrication techniques and performance optimization of polymer membranes for enhanced industrial oil-water separation: A critical review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Among oil-water separation technologies, membrane processes are increasingly being recognized in terms of cost-effectiveness and simplicity, offering advantages like easy handling, energy efficiency, and small footprints ... -
Impact of hybrid natural deep eutectic solvent and polyacrylamide flocculant systems on the flocculation of highly stable graphene oxide suspensions
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Graphene oxide (GO)-based nanomaterials have garnered significant attentions for various industrial applications due to their remarkable structural and physicochemical properties. Consequently, the impact of the increased ... -
Integrated seawater hub: A nexus of sustainable water, energy, and resource generation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This review paper explores the potential for seawater desalination plants to operate as integrated hubs for addressing the increasing demand for water, energy, mineral resources, and foods, particularly in resource-scarce ... -
Tailoring Cu immobilized MCM-41-based mesostructured catalysts for selective hydrogenolysis of biomass-derived furfural
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The CuO-supported MCM-41 catalysts were prepared using a simple incipient wet impregnation method. The catalysts were investigated for hydrogenation of furfural to furfuryl alcohol synthesis. Among all the catalysts, the ... -
Emerging trends in wastewater treatment: Addressing microorganic pollutants and environmental impacts
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This review focuses on the challenges and advances associated with the treatment and management of microorganic pollutants, encompassing pesticides, industrial chemicals, and persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in the ... -
Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) bioactive constituents and their applications as natural multifunctional ingredients in health-promoting foods and nutraceuticals: A comprehensive review
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2025 , Article Review)Foods that support human health and longevity are becoming increasingly relevant as substitutes for or adjuncts to pharmacological drugs, either through direct consumption or incorporation into designer foods fortified ... -
Recent research directions on functional royal jelly: highlights prospects in food, nutraceutical, and pharmacological industries
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article Review)The food and pharmaceutical industries have utilized royal jelly, an alternative medicinal food, as a natural pharmaceutical product since ancient times. Royal jelly has a unique remarkable composition containing lipids, ... -
Simulation and optimization of lead-free CH3NH3SnI3 perovskite solar cells using SCAPS-1D
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)Recent advances in photovoltaic technology have made perovskite solar cells attractive prospects for future energy solutions. However, the presence of lead (Pb) in many perovskite materials causes environmental and health ... -
Cellulose-inspired approaches to sustainable EMI shielding materials: A comprehensive review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Electromagnetic induction (EMI) shielding has become essential across various industries to counteract the detrimental impact of EMI on electronic devices and delicate machinery. Traditional EMI shielding materials, ... -
Pyrolysis temperature effect on the efficacy of biochar/CuNi composite catalysts for emerging pollutant degradation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Sugarcane pulp bagasse biochar (SCPBB) was produced through pyrolysis from 500 to 900 °C under a nitrogen atmosphere, and their SCPBB/CuNi composites was produced through wetness impregnation with copper and nickel salts ... -
Detailed organic characterization of process water to evaluate reverse osmosis membrane fouling in industrial wastewater treatment
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)One of the major waste streams within the oil and gas (O&G) industry is produced and process water generated during hydrocarbon production and treatment, respectively. In gas production facilities, process water typically ... -
Iron slag/activated carbon-electrokinetic system with anolyte recycling for single and mixture heavy metals remediation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The electrokinetic process has been proposed for in-situ soil remediation to minimize excavation work and exposure to hazardous materials. The precipitation of heavy metals in alkaline pH near the cathode is still challenging. ... -
Monitoring fatigue cracks in riveted plates using a sideband intensity based nonlinear ultrasonic technique
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Aluminum structures are routinely used in aircraft due to their lightweight and corrosion resistance properties. Multi-layered aluminum plates are generally joined by rivets forming regions which are prone to fatigue crack ... -
Efficient lithium recovery from simulated brine using a hybrid system: Direct contact membrane distillation (DCMD) and electrically switched ion exchange (ESIX)
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) brine is a readily available resource hub in many countries, fulfilling the country's freshwater need by SWRO, yet lower in a concentration of high-demand elements like Li. This study outlines ... -
Advancing steel protection with Ceria@Talc-8-hydroxyquinoline modified Polyurethane coatings
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This research delves into a hybrid framework involving the synthesis of composite particles combining ceria-modified talc (CeO2@Talc) through a chemical precipitation method. The hybrid particles were then loaded with ... -
Harnessing plastic waste for sustainable membrane filtration with trimodal structure through acid-catalyzed oxidation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Polyolefin waste is among the most generated yet least recycled. Despite its potential as a feedstock of superhydrophobic membranes for organic solvent filtration, it remains a challenge to achieve high selectivity and ... -
Acoustic Source Localization in Composite Plates using sideband peak count – Index Technique
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)In this study the Non-Linear Ultrasonic Sideband Peak Count-Index (SPC-I) technique is used as the foundation for anovel approach towards acoustic source localization (ASL) in orthotropic composite plates. The SPC-I based ... -
PFOA remediation from kaolinite soil by electrokinetic process coupled with activated carbon/iron coated activated carbon - permeable reactive barrier
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study applied electrokinetic (EK) in situ soil remediation for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) removal from kaolinite soil. The kaolinite soil was spiked with 10 mg/kg PFOA for the EK treatment using Sodium Cholate ... -
Durability of externally strengthened concrete prisms with CFRP laminates and galvanized steel mesh attached with epoxy adhesives and mortar
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The long-term bond degradation and strength retention of flexural bond prisms strengthened with carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) composite and galvanized steel mesh (GSM) systems, bonded to concrete using epoxy ... -
Enhanced photo-electro catalytic CO2 conversion using transition metal doped TiO2 nanoparticles
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The Fe, Co, and Ni-doped TiO2 were synthesised by sol–gel process, and the nanomaterials were coated on electrodes through a slurry with Nafion. This study aims to use prepared nanoparticles of Fe, Co, and Ni-doped TiO2 ...