Nanotechnology Applications for Clean Water

The World Health Organization in 2004 estimated approximately 1.1 billion people
did not have access to clean water and that 35% of Third World residents died
from water-borne illnesses. While the situation is grim, recent advances strongly
indicate that many of the current water quality problems can be addresses -
and potentially resolved - using nanotechnology.
Nanotechnology is already having a dramatic impact on research in water quality
and Nanotechnology Applications for Clean Water highlights both the challenges
and the opportunities for nanotechnology to positively influence this area of
environmental protection.
Here you will find detailed information on breakthroughs, cutting edge technologies,
current research, and future trends that may affect acceptance of widespread
applications. The first four parts of the book cover specific topics including
using nanotechnology for clean drinking water in both large scale water treatment
plants and in point-of-use systems. For instance, recent advances show that
many of the current problems involving water quality can be addressed using
nanosorbents, nanocatalysts, bioactive nanoparticles, nanostructured catalytic
membranes, and nanoparticle enhanced filtration. The book also discusses existing
technologies and future potential for groundwater remediation, pollution prevention,
and sensors. The final part discusses the inherent societal implications that
may affect acceptance of widespread applications.
Key Features
- Contributors from the US, India, Canada, Japan, UK, Sri Lanka, and South
Africa
- Provides detailed information on breakthroughs, cutting edge technologies,
current research, and future trends that may affect acceptance of widespread
applications
- Covers specific topics including using nanotechnology for clean drinking
water in both large scale water treatment plants and in point-of-use systems.
- Discusses existing technologies and future potential for groundwater remediation,
pollution prevention, and sensors
- Highlights both the challenges and the opportunities for nanotechnology
to positively influence this area of environmental protection.
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