Issue 55, 2014

Na+-functionalized carbon quantum dots: a new draw solute in forward osmosis for seawater desalination

Abstract

A new type of biocompatible draw solute, Na+-functionalized carbon quantum dots (Na_CQDs) with ultra-small size and rich ionic species, in forward osmosis (FO) is developed for seawater desalination. The aqueous dispersion of Na_CQDs demonstrates a high osmotic pressure, which allows high FO water flux and negligible reverse solute permeation.

Graphical abstract: Na+-functionalized carbon quantum dots: a new draw solute in forward osmosis for seawater desalination

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Article information

Article type
Communication
Submitted
03 Mar 2014
Accepted
19 May 2014
First published
20 May 2014

Chem. Commun., 2014,50, 7318-7321

Na+-functionalized carbon quantum dots: a new draw solute in forward osmosis for seawater desalination

C. X. Guo, D. Zhao, Q. Zhao, P. Wang and X. Lu, Chem. Commun., 2014, 50, 7318 DOI: 10.1039/C4CC01603C

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