Center for Advanced Materials: Recent submissions
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Environmental remediation and the efficacy of ceramic membranes in wastewater treatment-a review
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article Review)Ceramic membranes are gaining rapid traction in water and wastewater treatment applications due to their inherent advantages, such as chemical/thermal stability, low fouling propensity, and extended lifespan. This review ... -
Efficient solar-powered PEM electrolysis for sustainable hydrogen production: an integrated approach
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)The coupling of photovoltaics (PVs) and PEM water electrolyzers (PEMWE) is a promising method for generating hydrogen from a renewable energy source. While direct coupling is feasible, the variability of solar radiation ... -
Pilot scale evaluation of thin film composite membranes for reducing wastewater volumes: osmotic concentration process
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Gas operations generate large volumes of wastewater, necessitating efficient water management schemes. This study evaluates a forward osmosis (FO) pilot plant for volumes reduction of gas industry process water (PW). The ... -
Characterization of microstructural and mechanical properties of hybrid Al/SiC/Al2O3 nanocomposites
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)This study focuses on the fabrication of aluminum-based hybrid metal matrix composites with a consistent SiC content of 2 wt% and varying concentrations of Al2O3 nanoparticles (2, 4, and 6 wt%), aiming to understand their ... -
Silicone quaterium-22 surfactant as an eco-friendly carbon steel anticorrosive: Assessment of corrosion inhibition properties and ecotoxicity in zebrafish embryos
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)Corrosion of carbon steel pipelines in the oil and gas industry presents operational and environmental challenges, requiring safer alternatives to toxic corrosion inhibitors. This study evaluates Silicon-Q-22 (SQ22) as a ... -
Therapeutic applications of nanobots and nanocarriers in cancer treatment
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Cancer remains a pressing global health concern, burdening individuals, families, and healthcare systems worldwide, mainly because of the limited availability of therapeutic options. These days, nanotechnology is revolutionizing ... -
Anti-microbial rayon fibres through radiation-induced grafting of 4-vinyl pyridine and acrylonitrile: a potential material for wound dressing
( Springer , 2025 , Article)Rayon is a cellulose-based synthetic fibre produced from regenerated wood. Modern fabric manufacturing techniques endow rayon with unique properties that help to imitate the properties of cotton, silk, and other natural ... -
Decontamination of Heavy Metals from Soil by Electrokinetic Combined with Reactive Filter Media from Industrial Wastes
( Springer Nature Link , 2025 , Article)The electrokinetic (EK) is an in-situ method for soil remediation, aiming to reduce extensive excavation and mitigate risks associated with exposure to hazardous substances. However, heavy metal precipitation near the ... -
A Review of Hydrogel Application in Wastewater Purification
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2025 , Article)Hydrogels have garnered considerable interest in water purification owing to their distinctive physicochemical characteristics, including high porosity, modifiable surface chemistry, and superior water retention capacity. ... -
A Comprehensive Review of Performance of Polyacrylonitrile-Based Membranes for Forward Osmosis Water Separation and Purification Process
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2023 , Article)Polyacrylonitrile (PAN), with its unique chemical, electrical, mechanical, and thermal properties, has become a crucial acrylic polymer for the industry. This polymer has been widely used to fabricate ultrafiltration, ... -
Desalination by the forward osmosis: Advancement and challenges
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Forward osmosis (FO) has become a promising membrane technology for desalination and water treatment due to its simplicity, low energy consumption, and low fouling tendency compared to pressure-driven membrane processes. ... -
Hydrogel Performance in Boosting Plant Resilience to Water Stress—A Review
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2025 , Article)Hydrogels have emerged as a transformative technology in agriculture, offering significant potential to enhance crop resilience, improve water use efficiency, and promote sustainable farming practices. These three-dimensional ... -
MXene-based electrochemical devices applied for healthcare applications
( Springer , 2024 , Article Review)The initial part of the review provides an extensive overview about MXenes as novel and exciting 2D nanomaterials describing their basic physico-chemical features, methods of their synthesis, and possible interfacial ... -
Eco-friendly freestanding superhydrophobic thin films and coatings for corrosion protection
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Superhydrophobic surfaces and coatings have gained significant attention for their potential in anti-corrosion applications, yet they present several challenges. These coatings typically lack the flexibility to function ... -
Alteration in the Structural, Optical, Thermal, Electrical, and Dielectric Properties of PMMA/PVDF Blend by Incorporation of Ni/ZnO Nanohybrid for Optoelectronic and Energy Storage Devices
( Springer , 2024 , Article)In order to produce suitable poly(methyl methacrylate)/poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PMMA/PVDF) films for optoelectronic and power storage uses, Ni-doped ZnO nanoparticles were added to PMMA/PVDF films. This was done in order ... -
3D Oleophilic Sorbent Films Based on Recycled Low-Density Polyethylene
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Recycling low-end, one-time-use plastics—such as low-density polyethylene (LDPE)—is of paramount importance to combat plastic pollution and promote sustainability in the modern green economy. This study valorizes LDPE waste ... -
Non-destructive techniques for corrosion detection: A review
( SAGE Publications Inc. , 2024 , Article Review)Corrosion detection (CD) has become a high priority in chemical industries, defense and transportation sectors to extend the life of existing or new systems while ensuring the safety of the existing components and reducing ... -
Prolonged Lifespan of Superhydrophobic Thin Films and Coatings Using Recycled Polyethylene
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)High-density polyethylene (HDPE) waste poses a significant environmental challenge due to its non-biodegradable nature and the vast quantities generated annually. However, conventional recycling methods are energy-intensive ... -
Photocatalytic degradation of organic dyes using reduced graphene oxide (rGO)
( Nature Research , 2024 , Article)Photocatalysts have developed into a successful strategy for degrading synthetic and organic toxins, such as chemicals and dyes, in wastewater. In this study, graphene oxide was reduced at different temperatures and used ... -
High-performance activated carbon from coconut shells for dye removal: study of isotherm and thermodynamics
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2024 , Article)This study investigates the production of high-performance activated carbon (AC) from coconut shells (CS) through acid and base activation processes, along with pre- and post-functionalization of the biochar, aiming to ...
