CEST Proceedings are published under the ISSN 2944-9820.
Interactions between Plants and Rare Earth Oxide Nanoparticles
(Corresponding) Zhang Z.
Topic:
Nanomaterials in the environmnents applications and effects
Rare earth oxide nanoparticles (REO NPs) can be released into the environment from various application routes, but their effects on the ecosystem are still little known. In this study, we exposed cucumber seedlings to suspensions of La2O3 and CeO2 NPs for 14 d. Phytotoxicity of the two REO NPs was...Read more
Karkooti A., Rastgar M., (Corresponding) Sadrzadeh M.
Topic:
Water treatment
As an obstacle against the widespread application of membranes in larger scales, fouling via different materials could cause a severe decline in water permeation. Herein, we fabricated a novel mechanically-stable electro-conductive membrane by simple pressure-assisted laminating of reduced Graphene...Read more
TiO2/Graphene Oxide Heterostructures for Photocatalytic Applications
(Corresponding) Giannakopoulou T., Papailias I., Todorova N., Trapalis A., Bahnemann D.
Topic:
Nanomaterials in the environmnents applications and effects
In the present work, TiO2/graphene oxide (GO) heterostructures with different concentrations of GO were synthesized by hydrothermal transformation of Na-titanate in basic solution. The morphology of the prepared materials was observed by X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD) and transmission electron...Read more
Keywords:
graphene oxide, TiO2, heterostructure, photocatalysis, H2 production
Immobilized rGO/TiO2 photocatalyst for water purification
Zouzelka R., Brabec L., Remzova M., (Corresponding) Rathousky J.
Topic:
Advanced oxidation processes
The preparation of immobilized graphene–based photocatalyst layers is highly desired for environmental applications. In this study, the preparation of an immobilized reduced graphene oxide (rGO)/TiO2 composite by electrophoretic deposition (EPD) was optimized. It enabled quantitative deposition...Read more
Keywords:
electrophoretic deposition, photocatalysis, TiO2, reduced graphene oxide, water purification
Gravity-driven oil/water separation using PVDF-HFP electrospun nanofiber membranes
Mavukkandy M., Ibrahim Y., Almarzooqi F., Naddeo V., Alhseinat E., Karanikolos G., Banat F., (Corresponding) Hasan S.
Topic:
Wastewater treatment
With increasing industrialization and lenient waste disposal practices, oil-contaminated wastewater has become a significant environmental concern. Oil spills associated with oil exploration and transportation will continue to pose an ecological threat as long as we depend on oil for energy needs...Read more
Keywords:
poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-hexafluoropropylene; tungsten oxide; superhydrophilic; superoleophilic; electrospun nanofiber membranes; produced water
Preparation and characterization of f-MWCNT-GO self-assembled polymeric nanocomposite membrane for wastewater treatment
(Corresponding) Nassar L., Khalil H., Wadi V., Naddeo V., Banat F., Hasan S.
Topic:
Wastewater treatment
Increased population and urbanization have resulted in the generation of significant amounts of wastewater. The integration of membrane technology with nanotechnology has prompted revolutionary advances in the treatment of wastewaters. In this study, functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes (f-...Read more
Integration of negatively charged MWCNT-fGO self-assembled nanomaterials into PLA polymeric membranes for wastewater treatment
(Corresponding) Khalil H., Nassar L., Wadi V., Naddeo V., Banat F., (Corresponding) Hasan S.
Topic:
Wastewater treatment
The integration of nanomaterials in membrane’s matrix aims to improve the membrane’s hydrophilicity, mechanical strength, thermal stability and water flux, which are vital membrane properties needed to active efficient removal of contaminants. Multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) and...Read more
Synthesis of self-assembled graphene oxide (GO)/manganese oxide (MnO2) sulfonated-polyethersulfone (SPES) membranes for heavy metal removal from wastewater
Ibrahim Y., Wadi V., Ouda M., Naddeo V., Banat F., (Corresponding) Hasan S.
Topic:
Wastewater treatment
As the 21st century continues, water scarcity remains a significant burden to overcome in many regions. The treatment of industrial wastewater has great potential in providing adequate quantities of freshwater. To ensure safe usage of this water, heavy metal ions must be removed to avoid their...Read more
Functionalized iron oxide nanocomposite ultrafiltration membranes for water-in-oil emulsion separation
Wadi V., Ouda M., Naddeo V., Banat F., (Corresponding) Hasan S.
Topic:
Water treatment
Removal of emulsified water in oil (w/o) emulsions are the most challenging compared to free water and dissolved water emulsions. Emulsified w/o cannot be removed by conventional techniques such as settling tanks, oil skimmers, floatation and magnetic technologies. Membrane technology is a highly...Read more
Keywords:
Super-hydrophobic; water in oil; iron oxide; ultrafiltration; chemical synthesis
Heterogeneous activation of persulfate by LaSrNiGaO3
Kouvelis K., Petala A., Bampos G., (Corresponding) Frontistis Z., Kondarides D.
Topic:
Advanced oxidation processes
In recent years, scientists in the field of environmental management and protection, have not only detected but also quantified a large number of pharmaceuticals in treated wastewater, surface and groundwater. In order to address this problem, intensive research is carried out to develop effective...Read more
