The limited freshwater sources and the ease of water pollution necessitate efficient treatment systems. Membranes are commonly employed as filters and quality control materials in water treatment ...

According to a 2018 study, 94% of tap water samples from the U.S. are contaminated with microplastics, the highest level in the world. Another study found bottled water is no purer: 93% of samples ...

Researchers from ICIQ in Spain have designed micromotors that move around on their own to purify wastewater. The process creates ammonia, which can serve as a green energy source. Now, an AI method ...

Adsorption is a phenomenon in which molecules or ions from a fluid phase (gas or liquid) are attracted and retained on the surface of a solid phase (adsorbent). Adsorption is different from absorption ...

A team of NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) researchers has developed a novel approach that utilizes microwave technology to more easily synthesize and fine-tune a new type of membrane which effectively purifies ...

Cities typically draw water from diverse sources, such as rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Each source presents unique challenges, ranging from pollution concerns to industrial runoff. Pollution, both ...

A water purification system separates out salt and other unnecessary particles with an electrified version of dialysis. Successfully applied to wastewater with planned expansion into rivers and seas, ...

Water contaminants span a wide range of biological and chemical agents, which makes effective wastewater treatment essential ...

Researchers have synthesized a bio-inspired polymer for water purification. The polymer was designed to mimic phytochelatin, a plant protein that selectively captures and neutralizes harmful heavy ...

Access to usable water in our homes is an incredible privilege. According to the World Health Organization, only about 73% of the world's population can access safe drinking water. While it's easy to ...