Sponge-like adsorption strategy for boosting nanoplastics removal on semi-flexible FeNi-layered double hydroxides via variable-valence doping

Construction and performance study of NiFe-LDH 3D sponge for efficient microplastic removal

Engineered Fe-MOG on P-doped Carbon Enables Robust Removal of Microplastics across Water Matrices

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Researchers synthesized a magnetic iron-metal-organic gel composite anchored on phosphorus-doped carbon derived from Chlorella biomass, achieving 96% removal of polystyrene microplastics from tap water, seawater, and mining water via hydrogen bonding, π-π stacking, and Fe-O complexation.

Efficient microplastic removal in aquatic environments using iron–nitrogen co-doped layered biocarbon materials

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Scientists have created a new sponge-like material made from sugar, iron, and nitrogen that can pull tiny plastic particles (microplastics) out of water with over 96% efficiency. This matters because microplastics are increasingly found in our drinking water and have been linked to potential health risks, and this reusable material works well even in salty water or water with different acidity levels, making it a practical option for real-world water treatment.

Efficient microplastic removal from wastewater using Fe3O4 functionalized g-C3N4 and BNNS: A comprehensive study

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Scientists have developed magnetic, sponge-like materials that can pull tiny plastic particles out of wastewater and even treated drinking water, removing over 90% of microplastics in tests. These materials can be reused multiple times and, once rinsed off, don't harm plants, suggesting they could one day be built into water filters to help reduce our exposure to microplastics, which have been linked to potential health concerns like inflammation and hormone disruption.

Magnetically Recoverable Fe₃O₄@COF/PVDF Composite Membranes for Dual Adsorption and Visible-Light-Driven Degradation of Polystyrene Microplastics