Preparation of mixed matrix self-cleaning membrane incorporated by Z-scheme heterostructure via robust engineering in terms of dimension for decreasing cake fouling in a cross-flow reactor.

Reducing irreversible fouling in polymer membranes by integrating photocatalytic and membrane processes as the self-cleaning photocatalytic membrane is a promising candidate for improving membrane filtration performance. In this study, mixed matrix photocatalytic membranes were prepared from the combination of different morphologies ZnO-g-CN heterostructure in the polymer matrix by the phase-separation method. To investigate the self-cleaning and performance properties of mixed matrix photocatalytic membranes prepared from different morphologies heterostructures, the photocatalytic membrane reactor with a visible-light source was applied.

Preparation of high-crystalline and non-metal modified g-CN for improving ultrasound-accelerated white-LED-light-driven photocatalytic performances.

As a non-metallic organic semiconductor, graphitic carbon nitride (g-CN) has received much attention due to its unique physicochemical properties. However, the photocatalytic activity of this semiconductor faces challenges due to factors such as low electronic conductivity and limited active sites provided on its surface. The morphology and structure of g-CN, including macro/micro morphology, crystal structure and electronic structure can affect its catalytic activity.

Integrating graphene oxide into layers of PVDF/PVDF@cross-linked sodium alginate/polyamide membrane for efficiently enhancing desalination performances.

The membrane modules of the water treatment system are faced costly damages; thereby executing pre-desalination units based on Nanofiltration (NF) could prevent these suffers, and improve the permeated water flux (PWF) and salt rejection (SR). Hence, we focused on the construction of a novel ternary-layer NF membrane through "electrospinning Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) (as bottom layer)", "generating middle layer by electrospinning PVDF along with, the implementation cross-linking after electrospraying Sodium Alginate", and "synthesizing Polyamide (as top layer) through interfacial polymerization". More importantly, it anticipated that the Taguchi statistical method can expeditiously optimize the effects of Graphene Oxide nano-sheets (GOns) on water-dependent properties, such as PWF and SR.

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) removal by photocatalysts: A review.

Amplified anthropogenic release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) gets worse air quality and human health. Photocatalytic degradation of VOCs is the practical strategy due to its low cost, simplicity, high efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Different types of photocatalyst activated by UV and visible lights are applied for VOC degradation.

Design of a new light curable starch-based hydrogel drug delivery system to improve the release rate of quercetin as a poorly water-soluble drug.

In spite of quercetin advantages, its utilization as a cancer drug is confined due to its very low water solubility and bioavailability. Accordingly, we prepared a biodegradable starch-based hydrogel, using a new technique to control and improve quercetin release and bioavailability. For this purpose, the molecular structure of starch was modified by polyethylene glycol/acrylate and FeO nanoparticles were used to enhance mechanical properties of hydrogel.

Improvement of microwave absorption properties of polyester coatings using NiFeO, X-doped g-CN (X = S, P, and O), and MTiO (M = Fe, Mg, and Zn) nanofillers.

In recent decades, to reduce electromagnetic pollution, scientists focus on finding new microwave absorbers with effective performance, thin thickness, and broad bandwidth. In this work, the nanoparticles of NiFeO, X-doped g-CN (M = S, P, and O), and MTiO (M = Fe, Mg, and Zn) were successfully synthesized using co-precipitation, specific heat program, and semi-wet sol-gel methods, respectively. The synthesized nanoparticles were utilized as absorption agents and polyester resin as the matrix.

Synthesis of a green bigel using cottonseed oil/cannabis oil/alginate/ferula gum for quercetin release: Synergistic effects for treating infertility in rats.

Although therapeutic effect of quercetin (Quer) was reported on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), destructive effects have been shown on male fertility due to its pro-oxidative properties. On the other hand, NAFLD impairs germ cells to produce sperm and leads to male infertility. Herein, a biocompatible and green bigel was designed for Quer delivery to prevent infertility induced by NAFLD as the increasing complications.

Enhancing quercetin bioavailability by super paramagnetic starch-based hydrogel grafted with fumaric acid: An in vitro and in vivo study.

Application of Quercetin (Quer) as a natural flavonoid is confined because of limited solubility in water and stability in the body. Herein, we prepared a biodegradable super paramagnetic starch-based hydrogel grafted onto fumaric acid for increasing Quer bioavailability and controlling its release. The molecular structure of starch was modified by using fumaric acid to increase hydrophilicity of hydrogel, and iron oxide nanoparticles is used to strengthen its physical and mechanical properties.

Starch-based polyurethane/CuO nanocomposite foam: Antibacterial effects for infection control.

In the present study, a new method for the synthesis of the open cell flexible polyurethane foams (PUFs) was developed by using starch powder and the modification of closed cell foam formulation. Starch is the second largest polymeric carbohydrate as a macromolecule on this planet with a large number of glucose units. Copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO NPs) were synthesized by thermal degradation method at different temperatures of 400, 600 and 800 °C as antimicrobial agents.

Adsorption of cefixime from aqueous solutions using modified hardened paste of Portland cement by perlite; optimization by Taguchi method.

In the present study, we have used a simple and cost-effective removal technique by a commercially available Fe-Al-SiO2 containing complex material (hardened paste of Portland cement (HPPC)). The adsorbing performance of HPPC and modified HPPC with perlite for removal of cefixime from aqueous solutions was investigated comparatively by using batch adsorption studies. HPPC has been selected because of the main advantages such as high efficiency, simple separation of sludge, low-cost and abundant availability.