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Ghasemzadeh MS, Ahmadpour A. Synthesis and photodegradation performance of a heterostructure ferromagnetic photocatalyst based on MWCNTs functionalized with (3-glycidyloxypropyl)trimethoxysilane and decorated with tungsten trioxide for metronidazole and acetaminophen degradation in aqueous environments. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024:10.1007/s11356-024-34405-4. [PMID: 39042192 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-34405-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 07/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/24/2024]
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The presence of metronidazole (MNZ) and acetaminophen (ACE) in aquatic environments has raised growing concerns regarding their potential impact on human health. Incorporating various patterns into a photocatalytic material is considered a critical approach to achieving enhanced photocatalytic efficiency in the photocatalysis process. In this study, WO3 nanoparticles, which were immobilized onto ferromagnetic multi-walled carbon nanotubes that were functionalized using (3-glycidyloxypropyl)trimethoxysilane (FMMWCNTs@GLYMO@WO3), exhibited remarkable efficiency in removing MNZ and ACE (93% and 97%) in only 15 min. In addition, the new visible-light FMMWCNTs@GLYMO@WO3 nanoparticles as a magnetically separable photocatalyst were characterized by Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), EDS-mapping, vibrating sample magnetometry (VSM), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and total organic carbon (TOC) due to detailed studies (morphological, structural, magnetic and optical properties) of the photocatalyst. In-depth spectroscopic and microscopic characterization of the newly developed ferromagnetic FMMWCNTs@GLYMO@WO₃ (III) photocatalyst revealed a spherical morphology, with nanoparticle diameters averaging between 23 and 39 nm. Compared to conventional multiwall carbon nanotube and WO₃ photocatalysts, FMMWCNTs@GLYMO@WO₃ (III) demonstrated superior photocatalytic activity. Remarkably, it exhibited excellent reusability, maintaining its efficiency over a minimum of five cycles in the degradation of metronidazole (MNZ) and acetaminophen (ACE).
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- Maryam Sadat Ghasemzadeh
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, P.O. Box, Mashhad, 91779-48944, Iran
- Industrial Catalysts, Adsorbents and Environment Lab., Oil and Gas Research Institute, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, P.O. Box, Mashhad, 91779-48974, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, P.O. Box, Mashhad, 91779-48944, Iran.
- Industrial Catalysts, Adsorbents and Environment Lab., Oil and Gas Research Institute, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, P.O. Box, Mashhad, 91779-48974, Iran.
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Fard NE, Ali NS, Saady NMC, Albayati TM, Salih IK, Zendehboudi S, Harharah HN, Harharah RH. A review on development and modification strategies of MOFs Z-scheme heterojunction for photocatalytic wastewater treatment, water splitting, and DFT calculations. Heliyon 2024; 10:e32861. [PMID: 39027550 PMCID: PMC11255594 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e32861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2024] [Revised: 06/06/2024] [Accepted: 06/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024] Open
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Increasing water pollution and decreasing energy reserves have emerged as growing concerns for the environment. These pollution are due to the dangerous effects of numerous pollutants on humans and aquatic organisms, such as hydrocarbons, biphenyls, pesticides, dyes, pharmaceuticals, and metal ions. On the other hand, the need for a clean environment, finding alternatives to fossil and renewable fuels is very important. Hydrogen (H2) is regarded as a viable and promising substitute for fossil fuels, and a range of methodologies have been devised to generate this particular source of energy. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a new generation of nanoporous coordination polymers whose crystal structure is composed of the juxtaposition of organic and inorganic constituent units. Due to their flexible nature, regular structure, and high surface area, these materials have attracted much attention for removing various pollutants from water and wastewater, and water splitting. MOFs Z-scheme heterojunctions have been identified as an economical and eco-friendly method for eliminating pollutants from wastewater systems, and producing H2. Their low-cost synthesis and unique properties increase their application in various energy and environment fields. The heterojunctions possess diverse properties, such as exceptional surface area, making them ideal for degradation and separation. The development and formulation of Z-scheme heterojunctions photocatalytic systems using MOFs, which possess stable and potent redox capability, have emerged as a successful approach for addressing environmental pollution and energy shortages in recent times. Through the utilization of the benefits offered by MOFs Z-scheme heterojunctions photocatalysts, such as efficient separation and migration of charge carriers, extensive spectrum of light absorption, among other advantages, notable enhancements can be attained. This review encompasses the synthesis techniques, structure, and properties of MOFs Z-scheme heterojunctions, and their extensive use in treating various wastewaters, including dyes, pharmaceuticals, and heavy metals, and water splitting. Also, it provides an overview of the mechanisms, pathways, and various theoretical and practical aspects for MOFs Z-scheme heterojunctions. Finally, it thoroughly assesses existing challenges and suggests further research on the promising applications of MOFs Z-scheme in industrial-scale wastewater treatment.
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- Narges Elmi Fard
- Department of Chemistry, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Materials Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Memorial University, St. John's, NL, A1B 3X5, Canada
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Technology- Iraq, 52 Alsinaa St., PO Box, 35010, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Industries, Al-Mustaqbal University College, Babylon, 51001, Iraq
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- Department of Process Engineering, Memorial University, St. John's, NL, A1B 3X5, Canada
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, King Khalid University, Abha 61411, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemical and Process Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, 43600 Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia
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Idrees S, Jamil LA, Omer KM. Silver-Loaded Carbon and Phosphorous Co-Doped Boron Nitride Quantum Dots (Ag@CP-BNQDs) for Efficient Organic Waste Removal: Theoretical and Experimental Investigations. ACS OMEGA 2022; 7:37620-37628. [PMID: 36312368 PMCID: PMC9609080 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c04480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2022] [Accepted: 10/07/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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In this paper, silver-loaded phosphorous and carbon co-doped boron nitride quantum dot (Ag@CP-BNQD) nanocomposites were synthesized using a co-precipitation method followed by a hydrothermal approach. The nanocomposites of Ag@CP-BNQDs were characterized by scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, and ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometry. The as-prepared Ag@CP-BNQDs were used for photocatalytic degradation of 10 common organic pollutants, including dyes, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides in aqueous solution under visible light irradiation. The high-performance photocatalysis of Ag@CP-BNQDs proved that Ag@CP-BNQDs is plasmonic and the n-p junction photocatalyst. Theoretical calculations were done to measure the crystals and electronic structures of Ag@CP-BNQDs. Theoretical results showed that loading of Ag behaves as plasmonic sensitizers and co-catalysts and provides extra bands, which make electron movement easier between valance and conduction bands. The mechanism of the charge separation enhancement was postulated. Our findings might deepen our understanding of how sensitizer surface modification works in photodegradation applications.
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- Shinwar
A. Idrees
- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University
of Zakho, Kurdistan Region, Zakho 42002, Iraq
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- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University
of Zakho, Kurdistan Region, Zakho 42002, Iraq
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- Dept.
of Chemistry, College of Science, University
of Sulaimani, Kurdistan Region, Slemani 46002, Iraq
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Elmi Fard N, Fazaeli R. Fabrication of superhydrophobic
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/polyaniline/covalent organic frameworks/cotton fabric membrane and evaluation of its efficiency in separation of olive oil from water. J CHIN CHEM SOC-TAIP 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/jccs.202200368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Narges Elmi Fard
- Department of Chemistry, Science and Research Branch Islamic Azad University Tehran Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, South Tehran Branch Islamic Azad University Tehran Iran
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Khamani S, Ghorbani MH, Torkian L, Fazaeli R, Khodadadi Z. Preparation of NiO/WO3 Heterostructure and Photocatalytic Properties in Removal of Lincomycin Antibiotic: Experimental Study and Molecular Dynamic Simulation. RUSSIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY A 2021. [DOI: 10.1134/s0036024421100113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Marimuthu S, Antonisamy AJ, Malayandi S, Rajendran K, Tsai PC, Pugazhendhi A, Ponnusamy VK. Silver nanoparticles in dye effluent treatment: A review on synthesis, treatment methods, mechanisms, photocatalytic degradation, toxic effects and mitigation of toxicity. JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY B-BIOLOGY 2020; 205:111823. [PMID: 32120184 DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2020.111823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 127] [Impact Index Per Article: 31.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2019] [Revised: 02/05/2020] [Accepted: 02/16/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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The current scenario of water resources shows the dominance of pollution caused by the draining of industrial effluents. The polluted waters have resulted in severe health and environmental hazards urging for a suitable alternative to resolve the implications. Various physical and chemical treatment steps currently in use for dye effluent treatment are more time consuming, cost-intensive, and less effective. Alternatively, nanoparticles due to their excellent surface properties and chemical reactivity have emerged as a better solution for dye removal and degradation. In this regard, the potential of silver nanoparticles in dye effluent treatment was greatly explored. Efforts were taken to unravel the kinetics and statistical optimization of the treatment conditions for the efficient removal of dyes. In addition, the role of silver nanocomposites has also experimented with colossal success. On the contrary, studies have also recognized the mechanisms of silver nanoparticle-mediated toxicity even at deficient concentrations and their deleterious biological effects when present in treated water. Hence, the fate of the silver nanoparticles released into the treated water and sludge, contaminating the soil, aquatic environment, and underground water is of significant concern. This review summarizes the current state of knowledge regarding the use of silver nanoparticles and silver-based nanocomposites in effluent treatment and comprehends the recent research on mitigation of silver nanoparticle-induced toxicity.
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- Sivasankari Marimuthu
- Department of Biotechnology, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College (Autonomous), Sivakasi 626 005, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College (Autonomous), Sivakasi 626 005, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College (Autonomous), Sivakasi 626 005, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College (Autonomous), Sivakasi 626 005, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung City 807, Taiwan
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- Innovative Green Product Synthesis and Renewable Environment Development Research Group, Faculty of Environment and Labour Safety, Ton Duc Thang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam.
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- Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung City 807, Taiwan; Research Center for Environmental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung City 807, Taiwan; Department of Medical Research, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung City 807, Taiwan.
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Berner S, Araya P, Govan J, Palza H. Cu/Al and Cu/Cr based layered double hydroxide nanoparticles as adsorption materials for water treatment. J IND ENG CHEM 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jiec.2017.10.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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