Publications by authors named "Fadila Oughlis-Hammache"
Materials (Basel)
July 2024
Article Synopsis
- A novel polymer made by attaching three cyclodextrins to chitosan was developed and tested for its ability to absorb pharmaceutical residues like ibuprofen and progesterone.
- The polymer showed impressive adsorption rates of 90% for progesterone and 75% for ibuprofen, with its effectiveness influenced by factors such as contact time, concentration, pH, ionic strength, and temperature.
- The study found that the adsorption process involves the formation of complexes and electrostatic interactions, and the polymer remained effective over 23 reuse cycles, indicating its potential for sustainable water treatment applications.
