PDMS/magnetic lignin sponge for oil/water separation.

Recyclable, non-toxic, and degradable biological substrates contribute significantly to super-wetting surfaces. In this work, we prepared magnetic micro-nano super-hydrophobic surfaces through a robust solution with magnetic modified lignin particles as the supporting structure. A novel PDMS (polydimethylsiloxane)/magnetic lignin particle (lignin@FeO)/PDA sponge composite was fabricated.

Controllable construction of multifunctional superhydrophobic coating with ultra-stable efficiency for oily water treatment.

Designing interfacial coating with tailored characteristics is a crucial step in regulating the wetting properties of oil/water separation materials; however, the controllable fabrication of multifunctional layer with long-term durability in harsh environments remains challenging. Fabrication of raised dots based on magnetic FeO particles on micro-nanometer units, inspired by mussel chemistry, under the adhesion behavior of dopamine (DA) self-polymerization covalent deposition of FeO particles and hydrophobic polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) modification to synthesize magnetic superhydrophobic cotton composites (Cotton-P). Due to the unique magnetic and superhydrophobic surface composition, the synthetic Cotton-P possesses superhydrophobic (155.

Rationally designed carboxymethylcellulose-based sorbents crosslinked by targeted ions for static and dynamic capture of heavy metals: Easy recovery and affinity mechanism.

A separable spherical bio-adsorbent (CMC-Cr) was prepared for capturing heavy metal ions by simple coordination and cross-linking between targeted ions of Cr and carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC). A simple alternation of the CMC incorporation allowed the interconnected networks within the microspheres of preformed solid CMC to be adjusted. The excellent network structure could achieve the maximum collision between the adsorbent and the heavy metal cations in the wastewater.

Facile transformation of carboxymethyl cellulose beads into hollow composites for dye adsorption.

Novel millimeter hollow microspheres were fabricated from carboxymethyl cellulose microspheres and polyethyleneimine using glutaraldehyde as a crosslinking agent. The hollow microspheres prepared with different polyethyleneimine usages and different polyethyleneimine treatment time were investigated deeply and characterized via SEM-EDX, FT-IR, and BET surface area analysis. It was shown that polyethyleneimine could break the coordination bonds between the carboxyl and Al (III) in carboxymethyl cellulose microspheres, leading to the formation of hollow structures.

Bi-layered hollow amphoteric composites: Rational construction and ultra-efficient sorption performance for anionic Cr(VI) and cationic Cu(II) ions.

Here, we have developed a novel bilayer hollow amphiphilic biosorbent (BHAB-3) with large adsorption capacity, rapid adsorption kinetics, and cost-effective for the removal of Cr(VI) and Cu(II) from aqueous solutions. The synthesis was based on the clever use of freeze-drying to fix the structure, secondary modification of the carboxymethyl cellulose microspheres with polyethyleneimine and cross-linking by glutaraldehyde. The consequences of pH, initial concentration, contact time and temperature on adsorption were investigated.

Synergistic preparation of modified alginate aerogel with melamine/chitosan for efficiently selective adsorption of lead ions.

Superior mechanical properties, high adsorption capacity, and excellent regeneration property are crucial design criterions to develop a new-type aerogel for adsorptive applications towards heavy metal removal from water. Herein, chitosan and melamine not only introduced abundant functional groups to increase adsorbing sites for lead ions, but also reinforced the three-dimensional network skeleton structure of absorbents to improve the service life in adsorption applications. As-fabricated alginate/melamine/chitosan aerogel can extract Pb (II) from aqueous solution efficiently, i.

Carboxymethyl cellulose-based cryogels for efficient heavy metal capture: Aluminum-mediated assembly process and sorption mechanism.

Heavy metal ions pollution is a terrible issue that needs to be efficiently treated as a matter of priority to construct our sustainable society. However, the easy-to-handling of high-performance biomass-derived sorbents with fascinating features like high sorption capacity, favorable separation and recycling remain challenging. Herein, the development of a novel bead-like adsorbent with above features, that is, Al(III)-assembled carboxymethyl cellulose beads were used for the removal of Pb(II), Ni(II) and Co(II) from aqueous solution.

Modifying alginate beads using polycarboxyl component for enhanced metal ions removal.

Designing desirable adsorbent for highly efficient removal of heavy metal ions is of practical significance, given the cost-effectiveness, environmental benign, natural abundance and easy-handling collection features. Herein, a bead-like adsorbent with high adsorption capacity was prepared by modifying alginate beads using polyacrylate with high density of carboxyl groups. The developed alginate/polyacrylate beads were collaboratively characterized by FT-IR, TGA, SEM, XPS, etc.

Facile fabrication of CuS/Carbon composites using lignosulfonate for efficient palladium recovery under strong acidic conditions.

The recovery of noble metals from aqueous systems is of great significance for constructing sustainable framework of modern industry yet remains challenging. Herein, CuS/Carbon composites with superior thermal stability and adsorption capacity were successfully synthesized via one-pot hydrothermal method using lignosulfonate as dual role of raw materials. The optimal synthesis conditions were investigated via tailoring the temperature and the mass ratio of reagents.

Upon designing carboxyl methylcellulose and chitosan-derived nanostructured sorbents for efficient removal of Cd(II) and Cr(VI) from water.

Considering that the hazardous heavy metal ions like Cd(II) and Cr(VI) are widely present in the environment, nowadays employing easy-to-handle adsorption-oriented processes are feasible choices towards efficient remediation of Cd(II) and Cr(VI) from aqueous systems. Herein we developed a novel amino-functionalized bead with cost-effectiveness, high sorption capacity and fast sorption kinetics to remove Cd(II) and Cr(VI) from aqueous solution. The carboxyl methylcellulose and chitosan-derived nanostructured sorbents synthesis were mainly through chitosan and dopamine self-polymerization, doped in sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, and glutaraldehyde cross-linking.

Alginate modified graphitic carbon nitride composite hydrogels for efficient removal of Pb(II), Ni(II) and Cu(II) from water.

The removal of heavy metal ions is of great significance to the friendly development of the environment. Herein, alginate modified graphitic carbon nitride composite hydrogels (g-CN/SA) were successfully synthesized through a facile cross-linking polymerization method. This novel composite hydrogels were characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS).

Performance enhanced electromagnetic wave absorber from controllable modification of natural plant fiber.

Short, surface rough carbon rods, which were derived from natural sisal fiber and went through two different modifications, with excellent electromagnetic wave absorption performance, were studied in this work for the first time. The structure-property relationship was clearly established here. It was shown that these green, cheap and easily obtained carbon rods with mass preparation possibility presented eye-catching absorbing behaviors towards electromagnetic wave.

High-efficacy adsorption of Cr(VI) and anionic dyes onto β-cyclodextrin/chitosan/hexamethylenetetramine aerogel beads with task-specific, integrated components.

To significantly enhance the adsorption efficacy of hexavalent chromium from aqueous medium, a novel and non-toxic chitosan-based composite beads were prepared by integrating task-specific components into one sample, namely β-cyclodextrin/chitosan/hexamethylenetetramine (β-CD-CS@HMTA). The pseudo- second-order kinetic and Langmuir isotherm model was used to describe the adsorption process. The maximum capacity Cr(VI) removal reached 333.

Dopamine-derived cavities/FeO nanoparticles-encapsulated carbonaceous composites with self-generated three-dimensional network structure as an excellent microwave absorber.

Dopamine-derived cavities/FeO nanoparticles-encapsulated carbonaceous composites with self-generating three-dimensional (3D) network structure were successfully fabricated by a facile synthetic method, in which sodium alginate provided carbon matrix pores and excellent microwave absorption performance was established. The hollow cavities derived from the core-shell-like CaCO@polydopamine were creatively introduced into the 3D absorber to significantly improve the absorption performance. The sample calcined at 700 °C exhibited the most outstanding microwave absorption performance, with minimal reflection loss up to -50.

Efficient removal of Pb(II), Cr(VI) and organic dyes by polydopamine modified chitosan aerogels.

Chitosan is highly suitable for removing metal ions and dyes from water; however, the sorption performance, stability and recycling are still critical issues in practical applications. Herein, polydopamine-modified-chitosan (CS-PDA) aerogels were synthesized through dopamine self-polymerization and glutaraldehyde cross-linking reactions to enhance the adsorption capacity and acid resistance of chitosan. The self-polymerization of dopamine and gelation of chitosan were accomplished simultaneously, simplifying the synthesis process of CS-PDA aerogels, which is meaningful for the popularization and industrial application of adsorbent.

Lipid profiles in different parts of two species of scallops (Chlamys farreri and Patinopecten yessoensis).

Different classes of lipids and phospholipids (PL) as well as fatty acid (FA) compositions, and glycerophospholipid (GP) molecular species in edible parts (adductor muscles) and by-products (gonads and mantles) of scallops Patinopecten yessoensis and Chlamys farreri were characterized. The lipids contained high levels of polyunsaturated FA (PUFA) (20.44-58.

Dye removal of activated carbons prepared from NaOH-pretreated rice husks by low-temperature solution-processed carbonization and H3PO4 activation.

A coupling of low-temperature sulfuric acid-assisted carbonization and H3PO4 activation was employed to convert NaOH-pretreated rice husks into activated carbons with extremely high surface area (2028 m(2) g(-1)) and integrated characteristics. The influences of the activation temperature and impregnation ratio on the surface area, pore volume of activated carbons were thoroughly investigated. The morphology and surface chemistry of activated carbons were characterized using N2 sorption, FTIR, XPS, SEM, TEM, etc.

Dye adsorption of mesoporous activated carbons produced from NaOH-pretreated rice husks.

In continuation of previous work on utilizing rice husks, this study aimed to prepare mesoporous activated carbons using residues of sodium hydroxide-pretreated RHs, and then examine their dye adsorption performance. The influences of the activation temperature and activation time on the surface area, pore volume, and pore radius of the activated carbon were investigated based on nitrogen adsorption/desorption isotherms and transmission electron microscopy. The adsorptive behavior of the mesoporous activated carbons obtained under optimum preparation conditions was evaluated using methyleneblue as the model adsorbate.

Cooperative effect of polyethylene glycol and lignin on SiO2 microsphere production from rice husks.

A simple method to the preparation of SiO(2) microspheres from rice husks (RH) was developed. The rice husks were extracted with 2M NaOH solution to obtain a extract contained silica and lignin, and silica spheres were obtained after addition of distilled water, ethanol, 1M H(2)SO(4) and PEG (W(silica):W(PEG)=2:1) to the extract in a controllable sol-gel process and calcination at 550°C. The optimum synthesis conditions were, adjustment of the extract to pH 3, a volume ratio of 1:1:2 of ethanol, water, and extract, respectively and a silica to polyethylene glycol weight ratio of 2:1.

Properties of an alginate-degrading Flavobacterium sp. strain LXA isolated from rotting algae from coastal China.

A novel bacterium exhibiting alginolytic activity was isolated from rotten algae. The alginate-degrading activity was detected in the culture supernatant by measuring the decrease in alginate viscosity or the increase in reducing sugars. Basic characterization showed that it was gram negative, rod shaped, yellow pigmented, and positive for oxidase and catalase, with a DNA G+C content of 35.

[New iron-porphyrin/vanadium-substituted polyoxometalate catalyst: synthesis, characterization and catalytic activity].

A new kind of iron-porphyrin/vanadium-substituted polyoxometalate coordination compound was synthesized by the ion exchange reaction of FeTTMAPPI and H5PMo10V2o40 in solution. The new catalyst was characterized by IR spectrometry and UV-Vis spectrometry. As an excellent catalyst, its effects on benzene hydroxylation and catalytic capabilities were studied with H2O2 solution as the oxidant.

[Manganeseporphyrin/vanadium-substituted polyoxometalate new coordination compound: synthesis, characterization and catalytic activity].

A new kind of manganeseporphyrin/vanadium-substituted polyoxometalate coordination compound was synthesized by meso-tetrakis(4-trimethylamidiophenyl) manganeseporphyrin and vanadium-substituted polyoxometalate H5 PMo10 V2O4 reacting in water solution at room temperature, and its structures were studied by IR spectrometry and UV-Vis spectrometry. The results show that metalloporphyrin ring structure and polyoxometalate cage structure still exist in the coordination compound, and these two parts connect with each other by chemical bond. As an excellent catalyst, its effects on benzene hydroxylation and catalytic capabilities were studied with H2O2 solution as an oxidant under mild reaction condition, meanwhile the catalytic active centre in the benzene hydroxylation reaction was discussed.

[Preparation and structural characterization of ZnTHPP/TiO2 hybrid material].

Using sol-gel method to make tetra-meso (hydroxylphenyl) zinc porphyrin (ZnTHPP) trapped in inorganic networks of TiO2, a new organic/inorganic hybrid material was prepared. The structures and morphology of this material were characterized by thermogravimetric analyses (TGA), infrared spectrum (FTIR), UV-Vis spectrum (UV), diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), indicating that ZnTHPP/TiO2 hybrid material possessed excellent thermostability, and ZnTHPP was trapped in TiO2 network with chemical bonds. In addition, ZnTHPP embedding can enlarge the absorption range of light for TiO2 effectivelly.

Resistance imparted by vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin B12 to the acute hepatic glycogen change in rats caused by noise.

The effects of vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin B12 on the noise-induced acute change in hepatic glycogen content in rats were investigated. The exposure of rats to 95 dB and 110 dB of noise acutely reduced their hepatic glycogens. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) attenuated the noise-induced acute reduction in the hepatic glycogen contents.