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ClearSustainable Design of Bio-Composite Membranes for Dual Contaminant Separation and Environmental Remediation
This study developed a cellulose acetate composite membrane capable of simultaneously removing both microplastics/nanoplastics and oil contaminants from water using an environmentally benign fabrication process, offering a multifunctional alternative to conventional single-target treatment systems.
Size exclusion and affinity-based removal of nanoparticles with electrospun cellulose acetate membranes infused with functionalized cellulose nanocrystals
Researchers developed composite membranes by infusing electrospun cellulose acetate with functionalized cellulose nanocrystals, achieving enhanced tensile strength, wettability, and superior nanoparticle retention through both size exclusion and electrostatic affinity mechanisms.
Removal of Classical and Emerging Contaminants in Water Treatment Using Super-Bridging Fiber-Based Materials
Researchers designed iron-grafted cellulose fibers and tested them for removing both classical contaminants and emerging pollutants including microplastics from wastewater, demonstrating high removal efficiency across a broad range of contaminant types in a single treatment step.
Insights on Microplastic Contamination from Municipal and Textile Industry Effluents and Their Removal Using a Cellulose-Based Approach
Researchers analyzed microplastic contamination in effluents from textile industries and municipal sources and evaluated a cellulose-based treatment approach for their removal. Textile effluents contained high microplastic concentrations dominated by synthetic fibers, and the cellulose-based method achieved significant removal efficiency, offering a biodegradable remediation alternative.
Cellulose nanofibril-loaded filter paper for highly efficient removal of microplastics via multiscale capture mechanisms
Researchers fabricated a cellulose nanofibril-loaded filter paper composite and found it achieved over 93% removal efficiency for polystyrene, polypropylene, and PET microplastics through a combination of physical interception, electrostatic interactions, and hydrogen bonding.
Efficacy of bacterial cellulose hydrogel in microfiber removal from contaminated waters: A sustainable approach to wastewater treatment
Researchers developed a bacterial cellulose hydrogel made from unused cellulose remnants and tested it as an eco-friendly filter for removing microfibers from contaminated water. The hydrogel achieved an average removal rate of nearly 94 percent and retained the captured fibers well, releasing only about 8 percent after washing. The study presents this bio-based approach as a sustainable and effective alternative for tackling microfiber pollution in wastewater.
Electrospun Polyurethane Nanofiber Membranes for Microplastic and Nanoplastic Separation
Researchers developed electrospun polyurethane nanofiber membranes loaded with graphene oxide-montmorillonite that effectively separate micro- and nanoplastics from water while simultaneously adsorbing methylene blue dye, offering a multifunctional filtration solution.
Multifunctional sodium alginate/chitosan-modified graphene oxide reinforced membrane for simultaneous removal of nanoplastics, emulsified oil, and dyes in water
Researchers developed a bioinspired three-layer membrane using sodium alginate, graphene oxide, and chitosan that removed over 99% of nanoplastics, emulsified oil, and dyes from water simultaneously, with excellent stability in extreme pH conditions and good recyclability.
Tailored cellulose-based flocculants for microplastics removal: Mechanistic insights, pH influence, and efficiency optimization
Researchers developed plant-derived (cellulose-based) flocculants that clump microplastics together so they can be more easily removed from water, finding that a low concentration of 0.001 g/mL was optimal and that both electrical charge and water-repelling interactions drive the process depending on the type of plastic.
Advancing bacterial cellulose biopolymers & hydrogels to remediate microplastic pollution
Researchers developed bacterial cellulose biopolymers and hydrogels as biodegradable alternatives to fossil-fuel-based filters for removing microplastics from wastewater, optimizing operational parameters using response surface methodology. Results showed removal efficiencies of up to 99% for concentrated MP suspensions, with flow cytometry, electron microscopy, and ATR-FTIR confirming the flocculation mechanism and the potential for large-scale industrial application.
Microplastics and dye removal from textile wastewater using MIL-53 (Fe) metal-organic framework-based ultrafiltration membranes
Researchers developed an advanced ultrafiltration membrane using a metal-organic framework material to simultaneously remove microplastics and dyes from textile wastewater. The modified membrane showed improved pollutant rejection rates and better resistance to fouling compared to conventional membranes. The study demonstrates a promising approach for tackling multiple contaminants in one of the most polluting industrial wastewater streams.
Fabrication and Characterization of Cellulose Acetat / N-Methyl Pyrollidon Membrane for Microplastics Separation in Water
Researchers fabricated cellulose acetate membranes using N-methyl pyrrolidone as solvent via the phase inversion method and examined how immersion time during membrane formation affects the characteristics and microplastic removal performance of the resulting flat sheet microfiltration membranes. The study aims to optimize membrane manufacturing parameters for efficient microplastics separation from water.
Removal of Nanoplastics from Copollutant Systems Using Seaweed Cellulose Nanofibers
Researchers developed biodegradable nanofibers derived from seaweed cellulose that can efficiently remove nanoplastics from contaminated water, even when other pollutants like heavy metals or dyes are present. Both positively and negatively charged versions of the nanofibers achieved high removal rates for polystyrene nanoplastics across a range of water conditions. The study presents an eco-friendly filtration material that could help address the growing challenge of nanoplastic contamination in drinking water sources.
Controlled surface acetylation of cellulosics to tune biodegradability while expanding their use towards common petrochemical-based plastics
Not relevant to microplastics — this study demonstrates surface acetylation of cellulose paper fibers to improve wet strength and moisture resistance while maintaining biodegradability, positioned as an alternative to petrochemical plastics.
Nanocellulose for Wastewater Treatment
This review examines the potential of nanocellulose, a material derived from plant fibers, as an eco-friendly solution for removing contaminants from polluted water. Researchers found that nanocellulose's large surface area and ability to be chemically modified make it effective at capturing heavy metals, dyes, and other pollutants. The study suggests this renewable material could serve as a sustainable alternative to conventional water treatment methods.
Fabrication of electrospun polyamide–weathered basalt nano-composite as a non-conventional membrane for basic and acid dye removal
Researchers fabricated an electrospun polyamide membrane reinforced with weathered basalt nanoparticles and found it effectively removed both basic and acid dyes from water, demonstrating its potential as an adsorptive nano-filtration material for industrial wastewater treatment.
Potential of Nanocellulose for Microplastic removal: Perspective and challenges
Researchers reviewed how nanocellulose — tiny fibers derived from plant cell walls — can capture and remove microplastics from water through its large surface area and adaptable chemistry, positioning it as a promising, naturally biodegradable filter material. While early results are encouraging, further research is needed to optimize how nanocellulose works at scale in real drinking water and wastewater treatment systems.
Regeneratable lignosulfonic acid/PDADMAC polyelectrolyte-microfiltration (MF) membrane for reactive dye removal: Effects of post treatment and interference of microplastic and microfibers
Researchers developed a new membrane coating made from lignin — a natural wood compound — that can remove over 98% of reactive dyes from wastewater, far outperforming standard microfiltration membranes, while also being regenerable for reuse. The study also tested how the presence of microplastics and microfibers interferes with the membrane's filtration performance, a key real-world consideration for industrial wastewater treatment.
Direct filtration of microfibre-containing wastewater using nanofibre membranes: combined effects of mode of filtration and type of microfibre
Scientists tested how tiny plastic fibers from clothes and textiles affect water treatment systems that remove these pollutants from wastewater. They found that different types of plastic fibers either help or hurt the cleaning process depending on the material and how the water flows through filters. This research is important because it could help improve systems that remove microplastics from our water supply before they reach rivers, oceans, and potentially our drinking water.
Bacterial cellulose for emerging contaminants: A review of applications for PFAS, nanoplastics, and endocrine disruptors in water treatment
This review is the first to comprehensively evaluate bacterial cellulose as a platform for removing PFAS, nanoplastics, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals from water, finding that its high surface area, mechanical strength, and tunable chemistry enable adsorption, photodegradation, and biodegradation of these persistent contaminants.
COMPOSITE MEMBRANES BASED ON MXene AND NANOCELLULOSE: PROPERTIES AND WATER PURIFICATION EFFICIENCY
Researchers reviewed composite membranes based on MXene and nanocellulose for water purification, evaluating their ability to remove heavy metals, dyes, pharmaceuticals, and microplastics. The membranes demonstrated high removal efficiency across contaminant types due to their large surface area and tunable charge properties.
Bio-based electrospun polyamide membrane – sustainable multipurpose filter membranes for microplastic filtration
Researchers created electrospun membranes from bio-based polyamide that can effectively filter microplastics from both water and air. The study found that these nonwoven membranes also work well for cleaning up oily wastewater. The findings suggest a sustainable, multipurpose filtration solution made from renewable materials.
Cellulose-based waste in a close loop: adsorbent for dyes removal from textile industry wastewater
Researchers utilized waste cotton-based yarn as a sustainable, low-cost adsorbent for removing dyes from textile industry wastewater, simultaneously addressing fibrous textile waste disposal and dye pollution problems. The cellulose-based adsorbent demonstrated effective dye removal capacity, supporting a circular economy approach to textile waste management.
Fabrication of eco-friendly nanocellulose-chitosan-calcium phosphate ternary nanocomposite for wastewater remediation
Researchers fabricated a green nanocomposite membrane from nanocellulose, chitosan, and calcium phosphate — all derived from biowaste — and demonstrated it can remove up to 100% of heavy metals and dyes from wastewater without using toxic chemicals. Its high filtration flux and broad pollutant removal make it a promising sustainable water treatment material.