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Poly(2-methoxyethyl acrylate)-grafted microfiltration membranes exhibiting low-fouling properties in the presence of salt species
This study successfully demonstrated that membranes whose surfaces and pore walls were modified with poly(2-methoxyethyl acrylate) (PMEA) exhibit low-fouling properties against organic substances even in the presence of salt species.
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Arginine-functionalised hydrogels as a novel atmospheric water-harvesting material
L-arginine-functionalised polymers were synthesised as a novel atmospheric water-harvesting material, with rapid water-harvesting cycling capabilities and an additive-free single-network polymer structure.
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Thiol–ene click reaction: a new pathway to hydrophilic metal–organic frameworks for water purification
Post-synthetic modification (PSM) is a useful strategy to introduce new functional groups to metal-organic framework (MOF) structures in order to tune their properties for different applications.
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Water-harvesting polymer coatings for plant leaves
Thirst quencher: “Smart” coatings keep plants hydrated. Novel polymer films on leaves harvest water from the air, offering a potential solution to drought in a changing climate.
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Silicon oxide nanofibers using fungi mycelium as template material/from water purification to space insulation
Mycelium derived from Ganoderma lucidum was employed as a template for synthesising silicon oxide (SiOx) nanofibers.
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Defect-engineered graphitic carbon nitride on carbon cloth supports for the photoelectrocatalytic degradation of organophosphate pesticides
Defect engineering of graphitic carbon nitride photoelectrocatalysts promotes the degradation of fenitrothion (FNT), a persistent organophosphate pesticide, paving the way to the development of eco-friendly platforms for wastewater purification.
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Upcycled graphene nanoplatelets integrated fiber-based Janus membranes for enhanced solar-driven interfacial steam generation
Upcycled GNP derived from the pyrolysis of waste tires is used as a photothermal material. Finding the optimum GNP content for minimum cost and maximum evaporation rate can enhance the techno-economic aspect of the developed Janus membranes.
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Bio-based electrospun polyamide membrane – sustainable multipurpose filter membranes for microplastic filtration
Electrospun nonwoven membranes from bio-based PA 6.9 can serve as efficient filters for the removal of microplastic from water and air as well as for the remediation of oily wastewater.
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Dynamic quenching mechanism based optical detection of carcinogenic Cr(VI) in water and on economical paper test strips via a conjugated polymer
Highly selective and sensitive detection of Cr(VI) in water and on portable paper strips via a conjugated fluorescent polymer.
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Al(III)-based MOF for the selective adsorption of phosphate and arsenate from aqueous solutions
Schematic representation of the application of DUT-5 to remove phosphate and arsenate from aqueous solutions.
About this collection
Welcome to our new collection dedicated to highlighting impactful work taking place across the world to meet the United Nations Global Sustainable Development Goals. Across the 17 Global Sustainability Goals, RSC Applied Polymers and RSC Applied Interfaces authors have been demonstrating how chemistry really can make the world a better place. This SDG collection focuses on Sustainable Development Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation. Articles in this collection showcase the efforts of our chemical scientists in meeting this global need, from providing innovative measures to detect and extract harmful chemicals from the worlds water sources, to developing sustainable methods in sanitation and waste management.
Keep an eye out for our other Sustainable Development Goals collections:
Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being
Sustainable Development Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Production and Consumption
To find out more about the United Nations Global Sustainability Goals visit: https://sdgs.un.org/goals