Publications by authors named "Mario Natale"
J Environ Manage
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Wastewater treatment plants are significant sources of microplastics in the environment, prompting research into more effective treatment methods.
- This study evaluated a novel living membrane bioreactor (LMBR) and its electrochemically enhanced version (e-LMBR), which showed similar effectiveness in removing polyethylene microplastics compared to conventional methods, but with slight differences due to electrochemical processes.
- The e-LMBR maintained high contaminant removal efficiencies, including organic matter and nutrients, and demonstrated lower fouling rates despite increased microplastic concentrations in the treatment system.
