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ClearAdvanced Carbon Nanoparticle-Based Filtration Systems for Water Disinfection and Microplastics Removal
This study proposes a carbon nanoparticle-infused membrane filter (NP-WFS) as a combined solution for removing both microplastics and microbial contaminants from drinking water. Laboratory tests showed the membrane captured microplastic particles and microorganisms, suggesting that nanoparticle-based filtration could offer a practical improvement over conventional water treatment where microplastics currently pass through.
Lignin-Based Nanofibrous Membranes for Microplastic Adsorption and Closed-Loop Utilization with Triboelectric Functionalization
Researchers developed nanofibrous membranes made from lignin—a wood-derived byproduct—and demonstrated their ability to adsorb microplastics from water, then repurposed the used membranes as triboelectric nanogenerators for energy harvesting. The closed-loop system converted adsorbed-microplastic membranes into functional energy devices, offering a dual-purpose approach that addresses both plastic waste removal and sustainable energy generation.
Carbon nanoparticles fabricated microfilm: A potent filter for microplastics debased water
Researchers developed a carbon nanoparticle membrane combined with a PVDF polymer to filter microplastics from water. The nanofilm effectively removed microplastics, reduced microbial contamination, and improved water clarity. The study highlights nanofiltration as a promising low-cost approach for removing microplastics from water, with efficiencies reaching up to 95%.
Carbonaceous Nanofibers for Environmental Remediation--A Review of Mechanistic Insights and Performance Optimization
This review examines carbonaceous nanofibers — materials derived from various polymer precursors — as a potential platform for removing pollutants including microplastics, toxic metals, dyes, and gases from the environment. The authors find that surface chemistry and nanofiber architecture matter more than simple surface area when it comes to performance, but inconsistent testing methods across studies make direct comparisons difficult. The work identifies key hurdles like poor selectivity and durability that must be overcome before these materials could be deployed at scale for real-world pollution cleanup.
Recent Developments in Application of Nanofibers
This review covers recent advances in nanofiber technology, including applications in water filtration, air purification, biomedical devices, and protective clothing. While not specifically about microplastics, nanofiber filters are highlighted as a promising tool for capturing microplastics and other tiny pollutants from water and air. The technology could play an important role in reducing human exposure to airborne and waterborne microplastics through better filtration systems.
Removal of Plastics from Micron Size to Nanoscale Using Wood Filter
This study demonstrated that porous wood filters can effectively remove both microplastics and nanoplastics from water, offering a low-cost, biodegradable alternative to conventional filtration materials.
Recent developments in microplastic contaminated water treatment: Progress and prospects of carbon-based two-dimensional materials for membranes separation
This review assessed recent advances in microplastic removal from contaminated water, covering physical, chemical, and biological treatment methods and their effectiveness across different plastic sizes, polymer types, and water chemistries. The authors identify membrane filtration and coagulation as among the most promising scalable approaches.
Nanostructured lignin carriers for efficient flame retardant delivery in natural rubber composites
Not relevant to microplastics — this paper describes using bio-based lignin nanocontainers to deliver a flame retardant in natural rubber composites, improving fire resistance and mechanical properties; it does not address microplastic pollution, environmental contamination, or health effects.
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.
Microplastic Removal from Water Using Biomass‐Based Carbon: A Review of Recent Advances
This review evaluates the potential of carbon materials derived from biomass, such as agricultural waste and wood, for removing microplastics from water. Researchers found that these materials offer advantages including low cost, abundant raw material sources, and effective removal capabilities. The study highlights biomass-derived carbon as a promising sustainable technology for addressing microplastic contamination in aquatic environments.
Advances in Lignin-Based Hybrid Nanomaterials as a Sustainable Approach for Water Treatment
This review examines advances in lignin-based hybrid nanomaterials for water treatment applications, covering functionalized lignin nanoparticles, nanocomposites, and polymer nanocomposites as sustainable materials for removing contaminants from water.
Functional Electrospun Membranes From Renewable Lignin for Clean Air Applications
Researchers developed sustainable lignin-based electrospun nanofibrous membranes incorporating triclosan for high-efficiency air filtration, demonstrating that renewable biopolymer-derived membranes can achieve antibacterial properties alongside effective capture of airborne particles including microplastics.
Nanotechnology-based approaches for the removal of microplastics from wastewater: a comprehensive review
This review summarizes how nanotechnology-based approaches could help remove microplastics from wastewater, since conventional treatment plants are not very effective at capturing the smallest particles. Materials like metal-organic frameworks, carbon nanomaterials, and advanced membranes show promise in lab settings for filtering out microplastics. However, scaling these technologies for real-world use and ensuring the nanomaterials themselves are safe remain major challenges.
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.
Lignin-driven valorization of lignocellulosic biomass to functional biochar for advanced wastewater remediation: A review
A study explored how lignin-derived materials from lignocellulosic biomass can be valorized into functional products as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics. Expanding bio-based alternatives is a key strategy for reducing the production of plastics that eventually become environmental microplastic pollutants.
Recent Advances in the Synthesis, Characterization, and Application of Carbon Dots in the Field of Wastewater Treatment: A Comprehensive Review
This review covers carbon dots, a type of nanomaterial that can be used to detect and remove pollutants from wastewater, including heavy metals, dyes, and organic chemicals. Carbon dots can improve water filtration membranes and boost the effectiveness of biological treatment systems. While not directly about microplastics, these technologies could be adapted to help detect and filter microplastics from drinking water and wastewater.
Application of carbon-based adsorbents in the remediation of micro- and nanoplastics
This review summarizes how carbon-based materials like activated carbon, biochar, and carbon nanotubes can be used to remove micro and nanoplastics from water through adsorption. These materials are attractive because they are low-cost, eco-friendly, and can be modified to improve their plastic-capturing ability. Better water filtration materials could help reduce the amount of microplastics that reach people through drinking water and food preparation.
Carbon-based adsorbents for micro/nano-plastics removal: current advances and perspectives
Scientists reviewed how carbon-based materials like graphene, activated carbon, and carbon nanotubes can be used to remove micro- and nanoplastics from water. Researchers found that these adsorbents show strong potential for capturing tiny plastic particles thanks to their tunable surface properties and high surface area. The study suggests that carbon-based filtration could become an important technology for cleaning microplastic-contaminated water.
9 Carbon composites in the mitigation of micro and nanoplastics
This review evaluates how carbon-based composite materials — including activated carbon and graphene derivatives — can be used to remove micro- and nanoplastics from water through adsorption, chemical binding, and photocatalytic degradation. Carbon composites show strong potential as versatile remediation tools, though scaling these technologies to real-world water treatment applications remains a key challenge.
Generation of PVP Membranes Using Extracts/Phenolic Fraction of , , and .
This study fabricated polyvinylpyrrolidone nanofiber membranes incorporating plant extracts and phenolic compounds, finding these additives altered fiber diameter and pore size. While not directly about environmental microplastics, this membrane technology has potential applications in water filtration and environmental remediation.
Biochar applications in microplastic and nanoplastic removal: mechanisms and integrated approaches
This review explores how biochar, a charcoal-like material made from organic waste, can be used to filter microplastics and nanoplastics out of water. Researchers found that biochar works through several mechanisms and becomes even more effective when combined with other water treatment technologies. The study suggests biochar-based approaches could be a practical, low-cost strategy for tackling plastic pollution in water systems.
Nanomaterials for microplastic remediation from aquatic environment: Why nano matters?
This review examines how nanomaterials such as photocatalysts, adsorbents, and membrane filters can be used to remove microplastics from aquatic environments, highlighting why nanoscale properties offer advantages over conventional remediation approaches.
Carbon-Based Adsorbents for Microplastic Removal from Wastewater
This review examines how carbon-based materials like biochar, activated carbon, and carbon nanotubes can filter microplastics out of wastewater. Modified versions of these materials showed high removal rates, suggesting they could help reduce the amount of microplastics that reach drinking water sources and, ultimately, the human body.
Unlocking the potential of nanobiohybrids to combat environmental pollution
This review examines how nanobiohybrids — combinations of nanomaterials with biological components — could be used to clean up environmental pollutants, including plastics. The chapter highlights emerging nanotechnology-based bioremediation strategies as sustainable alternatives to conventional pollution management. While not focused on microplastic toxicology, it is relevant to the broader challenge of removing plastic contamination from the environment.