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Solar-driven superhydrophobic modified polyurethane sponge for rapid in-situ recovery of oil and microplastics in marine oil spill co-contamination

Researchers developed an ultralight superhydrophobic polyurethane sponge modified with polydopamine, MoS₂, and a silane compound that can adsorb 36–85 times its weight in oil and simultaneously capture microplastics from marine environments, with solar-driven photothermal heating accelerating oil recovery.

2025 Journal of Hazardous Materials 3 citations
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MXene/Cuttlefish-Ink Nanoparticles Incorporated Dual-Purification Sponge for Solar-Driven Oily Wastewater and Microplastic Remediation

A composite polyurethane sponge incorporating MXene and cuttlefish-ink nanoparticles was developed for solar-driven simultaneous removal of microplastics and oily wastewater. The multifunctional, recyclable material achieved efficient purification under sunlight, addressing the co-occurring problems of microplastic and oily water pollution.

2026 Polymers 1 citations
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Mechanically durable anti-bacteria non-fluorinated superhydrophobic sponge for highly efficient and fast microplastic and oil removal

A superhydrophobic sponge was engineered to selectively remove microplastics and oil from water, achieving high removal efficiency while also demonstrating antibacterial properties. The material maintained its performance across repeated use cycles, offering a promising approach for practical water treatment applications.

2022 Chemosphere 67 citations