Simplex-lattice design and decision tree optimization of endophytic -multi-walled carbon nanotube composite for enhanced methylene blue removal.

This study investigates a novel approach for enhancing methylene blue (MB) removal from water using a composite of endophytic mate and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs). For the first time, a unique combination of simplex-lattice design and decision tree learning algorithm was employed to optimize MB removal. This innovative approach effectively identified the optimal composite ratio of hyphal mate (0.

Controlled synthesis of MWCNTs/VO nanocomposite by hydrothermal approach for adsorption and photodegradation processes.

The current paper outlines the synthesis of pristine multi-wall carbon nanotubes (PMWCNTs)/Vanadium pentoxide VO and functionalized multi-wall carbon nanotubes (FMWCNTs)/VO nanocomposite for photocatalytic applications. The FMWCNTs were obtained by the oxidizing agents (HSO and HNO) to introduce the oxygenated functional groups. The samples were synthesized by hydrothermal approach and investigated by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy analysis (EDX), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).

Antimicrobial activity of functionalised carbon nanotubes against pathogenic microorganisms.

Carbon nanotubes represent one of the best examples of novel nanostructures, exhibit a range of extraordinary physical properties, strong antimicrobial activity and can pierce bacterial cell walls. This investigation handles the antimicrobial activity of functionalised multiwall carbon nanotubes (F-MWNTs) as an alternative antimicrobial material compared to the commercial antibiotics. Antibacterial activities of F-MWNTs are investigated through two different kinds of bacteria, and .

Functionalized carbon nanotubes based filters for chromium removal from aqueous solutions.

This investigation examines the filtration efficiency of chromium from aqueous solution using two types of commercial multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) (Taunit-M (TM) and Taunit-MD (TMD)). These MWCNTs were modified using two complementary treatments, purification (using a mixture of hydrochloric acid and hydrogen peroxide) and functionalization (using nitric acid). The effect of these treatments on the morphology of MWCNT Taunit filters was characterized by scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy to estimate the outer diameter distribution and element content deposited on filters.