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61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to Direct filtration of microfibre-containing wastewater using nanofibre membranes: combined effects of mode of filtration and type of microfibre
ClearAnalysis of membrane surface after the filtration of surface water containing microplastic
Researchers tested ultrafiltration and nanofiltration membranes on real river water containing microplastics and found both membrane types completely removed plastic particles from the filtered water, though the deposited microplastics reduced water flow through the membranes over time — confirming membrane filtration as an effective but imperfect water treatment strategy.
A novel methodology to study the release of fragmented fibres, including microplastics, in laboratory washing conditions
Scientists developed a new way to study how tiny plastic fibers break off from clothes during washing and end up polluting our water. This research method lets them watch exactly how fibers tear away from fabrics in real-time, which could help us understand and reduce microplastic pollution from laundry. Understanding this process is important because these microscopic plastic fibers can end up in our drinking water and food chain.
Microfibres from Textile Industry Effluents
Researchers reviewed the fate of microfibres released from textile industry effluents, finding that conventional wastewater treatment is insufficient to fully remove fibres, which then enter receiving waterways and contribute to environmental microplastic loads.
Microfibres versus fragments: differential impacts of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polyamide (PA6) microplastics on anaerobic digestion efficiency and microbial ecology
Scientists tested how tiny plastic particles affect the breakdown of waste in treatment plants that clean our water. They found that fiber-shaped microplastics (like from synthetic clothing) reduced the system's ability to process waste by up to 17%, while plastic fragments actually helped it work better. This matters because if our wastewater treatment plants become less efficient due to microplastic pollution, it could affect water quality and the environment around us.
Microplastics in different water samples (seawater, freshwater, and wastewater): Removal efficiency of membrane treatment processes
Researchers studied microplastic distribution across seawater, freshwater, and wastewater sources in France and evaluated the removal efficiency of membrane treatment processes. The study found that wastewater contained the highest concentrations of microplastics, and that membrane-based treatment technologies showed strong potential for removing microplastic particles from different water sources.
Improvement of a microfiber filter for domestic washing machines
Researchers improved a microfiber filter designed for domestic washing machines to more effectively capture synthetic microfibers and microplastics released during laundry cycles, testing filter performance across different fabric types and washing conditions. The enhanced filter design achieved higher capture rates of microfibers compared to existing solutions, representing a practical household-level intervention to reduce microplastic emissions to wastewater.
Microplastics_Removal
Researchers evaluated the efficiency of a microplastic removal system for synthetic wastewater that combines a chemical treatment process with simple filtration, measuring removal performance across different microplastic types and concentrations.
Removal of Microplastics from Laundry Wastewater Using Coagulation and Membrane Combination: A Laboratory-Scale Study
Researchers characterized microplastics in raw domestic laundry wastewater (9,000–11,000 particles/L, dominated by polyester fibers) and tested whether combining coagulation with ultrafiltration membrane filtration improved MP removal. The combined process significantly enhanced removal compared to coagulation alone, highlighting laundry wastewater as a major MP source amenable to treatment at scale.
A Novel Application of Filtration for the Collection of Microplastics in Waterways
Researchers developed a novel filtration system for collecting microplastics from waterways, demonstrating its effectiveness as a scalable and practical tool for environmental monitoring and plastic pollution assessment.
Effect of polypropylene microplastics on the performance of membrane bioreactors in wastewater treatment
Researchers studied how polypropylene microplastics affect membrane bioreactors, a type of wastewater treatment system. They found that while these systems can effectively filter out microplastics, higher concentrations and smaller particle sizes caused membrane clogging and reduced treatment efficiency over time, which is important for designing better wastewater treatment facilities.
Improving of an easy, effective and low-cost method for isolation of microplastic fibers collected in drying machines filters
Researchers improved and validated a low-cost method for isolating microplastic fibers from water samples, addressing methodological gaps in measuring fiber release from clothing in both washing and mechanical drying processes.
Effects of microplastic on submerged nanofiltration for advanced drinking water treatment
Researchers investigated how microplastics in reservoir water affect the performance of submerged nanofiltration membranes used for drinking water treatment. The study found that the presence of polyethylene terephthalate microplastics influenced the removal of dissolved organic matter by the membrane, with implications for optimizing advanced water treatment processes.
An assessment of the impact of structure and type of microplastics on ultrafiltration technology for microplastic remediation
Researchers assessed ultrafiltration technology for microplastic removal from water, finding that membrane performance varied based on microplastic structure, size, and polymer type, with implications for optimizing tertiary treatment in water purification systems.
A membrane cascade for size-based separation and concentration of nanoplastics in environmental waters
Researchers developed a cascade system of membrane filters that can separate and concentrate nanoplastics from environmental water samples by size. They demonstrated that the system effectively isolates nanoplastic particles while tracking recovery rates using fluorescent markers. The technology addresses a major challenge in nanoplastic research by providing a reliable method to extract these extremely small particles from water for accurate measurement and analysis.
Size- and Polymer-Specific Assessment of Micro- and Nanoplastics in a European Wastewater Treatment System
Scientists studied tiny plastic particles in European wastewater treatment plants and found that these facilities can remove most microplastics from sewage, but many still escape into the environment. Even though the treatment plants filter out a lot of plastic pollution, the enormous amount of wastewater they process means millions of plastic particles still end up in rivers and oceans every day. This matters because these plastic particles can eventually make their way into our drinking water and food chain, potentially affecting human health.
Elimination of microplastics from the aquatic milieu: A dream to achieve
Researchers reviewed current methods for eliminating microplastics from aquatic environments, including membrane technologies such as ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, and microfiltration. The study assessed how microplastics interact with toxic organic chemicals, antibiotics, and heavy metals in water, compounding their environmental impact. The review suggests that while various removal technologies show promise, achieving complete elimination of microplastics from water remains a significant challenge.
Effectiveness of conventional municipal wastewater treatment plants in microplastics removal: Insights from multiple analytical techniques
Researchers evaluated the effectiveness of conventional municipal wastewater treatment plants in removing microplastics across multiple treatment stages, finding removal efficiencies of 70–90% but documenting that billions of particles still pass through in final effluent daily.
An evaluation of microplastics fate in the wastewater treatment plants: frequency and removal of microplastics by microfiltration membrane
This study assessed microplastic removal efficiency at a wastewater treatment plant in Iran and tested microfiltration membrane performance, finding that the membrane significantly improved microplastic removal beyond conventional treatment steps.
Treatment technologies for the removal of micro plastics from aqueous medium
Researchers reviewed treatment technologies for removing microplastics from water, finding that while multiple methods including filtration, membrane processes, and coagulation show promise, their effectiveness depends on microplastic size, type, and concentration.
Reuse of Water in Laundry Applications with Micro- and Ultrafiltration Ceramic Membrane
Microfiltration and ultrafiltration ceramic membranes were compared for the treatment of laundry wastewater containing microfibers, with both membranes achieving high microfiber removal while the ultrafiltration membrane provided better water quality for reuse. The study supports ceramic membrane filtration as an effective approach to capturing textile microplastics at the point of washing.
Examining the Importance of Pretreatment to Capture and Analyze Microfibers from Textile Wastewater
Researchers examined the importance of pretreatment steps for capturing and analyzing microfibers released from the textile industry during wet processing steps such as dyeing, rinsing, softening, and finishing, identifying inorganic compounds alongside synthetic fibers as key wastewater contaminants.
Development of a hybrid filter media for microplastic removal from wastewater
Researchers developed hybrid glass fiber filter media incorporating glass and electrospun polymer nanofibers—both blended into the matrix and applied as surface layers—to improve microplastic removal efficiency from wastewater compared to standard filtration media.
A review of microplastic removal from water and wastewater by membrane technologies
This review examines how membrane filtration technologies can remove microplastics from drinking water and wastewater. Researchers found that advanced membranes like nanofiltration, reverse osmosis, and membrane bioreactors are among the most effective methods for capturing microplastic particles that conventional treatment plants miss. The study compares membrane approaches with other removal methods and discusses the challenges of membrane fouling caused by microplastic accumulation.
Development and evaluation of a water treatment system for the removal of microplastics in an aqueous medium.
Researchers developed and evaluated a water treatment system for removing microplastics from aqueous media, addressing the urgent environmental concern of microplastic contamination in rivers, seas, and oceans and assessing the system's effectiveness as a promising water purification technology.