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Biochar-Modified Titanium Dioxide Nanocomposites for Enhanced Water Treatment

A new study demonstrates biochar-modified titanium dioxide nanocomposites embedded in PVA films for effective dye removal and microbial disinfection in wastewater treatment.

14 Apr 2025

Sustainable ZnO Nanoparticles for Methylene Blue Cleanup

The green synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles using Padina pavonica extract shows promise for environmental remediation, effectively removing methylene blue dye.

10 Jan 2025

Optimizing Methylene Blue Removal with Bovine Serum Albumin Nanoparticles

In a recent article published in Scientific Reports, researchers optimized the use of Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) nanosorbents for methylene blue dye removal from water, exploring adsorption efficiency under varying conditions and its potential in sustainable water treatment.

3 Dec 2024

Silica/Klucel Nanocomposite for Efficient Lead Removal from Wastewater

In a recent article, researchers introduce a novel silica/klucel nanocomposite designed to remove lead ions from wastewater effectively. The study explores the nanocomposite's adsorption capacity, stability, and reusability, highlighting its potential for sustainable wastewater treatment.

5 Nov 2024

Mitigating Acrylamide Toxicity with Chitosan-Coated Probiotic Nanoparticles in Drosophila

In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers explored the use of chitosan-coated probiotic nanoparticles to counteract the harmful effects of acrylamide in a Drosophila model, showcasing their potential in enhancing gut health and combating foodborne toxins.

23 Sep 2024

Photocatalytic Degradation of Methyl Orange Using MnO2/TiO2 Nanotube Arrays

In an article in Coatings, researchers from China synthesized bamboo-like MnO2/TiO2 nanotube arrays, highlighting their enhanced photocatalytic properties for environmental remediation.

30 Jul 2024

Breakthrough in Food Safety: New Nanocomposite Effectively Adsorbs Harmful PAHs

In a recent article published in Scientific Reports, researchers introduced a novel approach to efficiently removing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) from milk samples. The approach utilizes a magnetic chitosan/mo...

12 Jul 2024

Engineers Capture First Clear Images of Ocean Nanoplastics

In a new study, engineers at the University of Notre Dame have presented clear images of nanoplastics in ocean water off the coasts of China, South Korea and the United States, and in the Gulf of Mexico.

2 Feb 2024

Fungal "Vacuum Cleaner" Could Help Keep the Surroundings Free From Nanoplastics

Using micro-engineered soil models, researchers at Lund University in Sweden have investigated the effect of tiny polystyrene particles on bacteria and fungi.

11 Oct 2023

Could Graphene Residues Damage Human Health?

Graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) are carbon-based nanoparticles, commonly used as a nanofiller to improve the electrical conductivity, mechanical strength, and flame retardancy of polymers.

24 Feb 2023