SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
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2025
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Han Li,Qile Zhao,Huan Zhang,Jinfang Wu,Zexu Zhang,Yue Yin,Wenbo Wang,Fang Guo
Adsorption techniques are crucial for removing high and trace levels of heavy metal pollutants from water, enabling effective pollution control without causing secondary contamination. Achieving “all-rounder” adsorbents with high capacity, efficiency, speed, and cost-effectiveness is challenging. Materials with structural defects, firm surface charges, and porous structures are ideal for rapid and efficient mass transfer. Herein, using a “homologous transformation” strategy, we converted abundant kaolin into 4A and Na-P1 zeolites-based porous silicate adsorbents with enhanced surface active sites and optimized adsorption pathways. Site energy analysis confirmed that these upgraded structures have high-density, high-energy adsorption sites, facilitating rapid Pb(II) removal from water. These zeolite-based adsorbents exhibit exceptional Pb(II) adsorption capacities (416.60 mg/g for 4A and 400.21 mg/g for Na-P1) and ultra-fast initial rate constants (409.84 and 617.28, which are 174.62 and 263.01 times greater than those of kaolinite; and 56.56 and 85.19 times greater than those of commercial activated carbon, respectively). DFT calculations verified strong adsorption forces for Pb(II) (adsorption energy: −0.52 eV). Removal efficiencies reached 99.75 % for 4A and 99.96 % for Na-P1 zeolite-based adsorbents, ensuring treated water is safe and supports seed germination and plant root growth. These adsorbents also perform well in the presence of interfering ions like Zn(II), Cu(II), Cd(II), and Ni(II). After 10 regeneration cycles, they retain over 73 % of their original capacity, demonstrating an optimal balance among capacity, speed, efficiency, and interference resistance, aligning with sustainable development principles of “from nature, for nature”.
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SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
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2022
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IF 10.753
Wei Zhou,Pute Wu,Lin Zhang,Shengyu Yao,Delan Zhu,Yaohui Cai
Developing an ultra-thin polyamide selective layer with sufficient mechanical robustness on a highly porous ceramic substrate is challenging for removing heavy metal ions from wastewater. We synthesized a reliable ceramic-polyamide membrane by assembling nanocomposite interlayers of alumina and carbon black on the kaolin substrate. The surface morphology, pore size distribution, and roughness of ceramic substrates were improved by introducing the nanocomposite interlayer. The corresponding optimized water flux , Pb(II), and Cd(II) removal efficiency are 2.75 L m −2 h −1 , 98.44%, and 97.51%, respectively, which are better than those of the polyamide films constructed directly on the ceramic substrate. This facile structure provides more active sites for forming ultrathin polyamide layers with satisfactory mechanical robustness. This paper provides a new perspective for fabricating efficient heavy metal ions filters.
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Open Chemistry
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2021
·Vol. 19
·期 1
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IF 1.554
Fengrong Zhang,Binghan Zhang,Dandan Han,Lishun Wu,Wanguo Hou
In this study, the nanocomposites from biomass (soybean straw) and layered double hydroxides (LDHs), denoted as B/LDHs, were fabricated using the mechanical-hydrothermal method. The obtained B/LDHs nanocomposites were characterized by TEM, SEM, FT-IR, and N 2 adsorption–desorption techniques. Adsorption of the heavy-metal ions Pb( ii ) on the B/LDHs was determined at 25°C and pH 6.0 using a batch technique. The experimental results demonstrated that biomass contributed to the sorption process. The pseudo-second-order, Langmuir, and Freundlich models well fitted the sorption process, indicating chemisorption and monolayer adsorption were the main adsorption mechanisms. Meanwhile, it is found that there is an obvious effect of adsorbent concentration in the studied adsorption system. In comparison with soybean straw and Mg–Al LDHs, the B/LDHs nanocomposites exhibit significantly enhanced sorption capacities. It is evident from this study that the construction of B/LDHs nanocomposites is an effective strategy for improving the sorption capacity of LDHs, and the modified LDH-based adsorbent shows a good potential in the removal of heavy metals from water. More importantly, it solves the problem of a large number of agricultural waste disposals. And, it achieved the goal of a win-win situation.
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Journal of Materiomics
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2025
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Jiang-Hu Yu,Yu Wang,Chong-Yu Wang,Hao Liang,Yi-Lin Liu,Ze-Yuan Yang,Yi-Xin Zhang,Jing Feng,Zhen-Hua Ge
The extensive utilization of thermoelectric (TE) conversion technology necessitates stricter performance requirements for bismuth telluride (Bi 2 Te 3 )-based commercial materials. Despite the numerous optimization methods available for Bi 2 Te 3 -based materials, each optimization method has a certain upper limitation, and combining multiple strategies can achieve the optimal thermoelectric figure of merit ( zT ). In this study, the thermoelectric properties of (Bi,Sb) 2 Te 3 materials are enhanced through the combined use of the heavy element Pb to regulate carrier concentration and the In element to optimize the band structure. Notably, indium (In) can suppress p-type antisite defects, which generate abundant Te vacancies, and help regulate the carrier concentration to its optimal level. This co-doping strategy achieves optimal carrier concentration, thereby enhancing the power factor (PF=4.57×10 3 μW⸱m –1 ⸱K –2 ), and generating abundant dislocations, the presence of the rich nano-second phase Sb 2 O 3 contributes to reduced lattice thermal conductivity. Consequently, a peak zT value of 1.41 at 323 K and a high average zT value of 1.23 between 300 K and 500 K are achieved. Additionally, two pairs of thermoelectric modules, composed of p-type (Bi 0.42 Sb 1.58 ) 0.994 (In, Pb) 0.006 Te 3 and zone-melted n-type Bi 2 Te 2.7 Se 0.3 , demonstrate a conversion efficiency of 7.3% at a temperature difference of 250 K. This underscores the promising potential of these thermoelectric modules in commercialization. Thus, this study demonstrates the feasibility of combining multiple strategies and is expected to provide a potential reference for other thermoelectric systems.
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JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
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2025
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Chen-Yuan Ma,Yu-Ming Pan,Pei Han,Mei-Hong Duan
Development of new birefringent crystals with enhanced properties remains an ongoing research priority. Through the exploration of guanidinium-containing oxalates with the structural modulation of Pb 2+ and Cl - , a new birefringent crystal, [C(NH 2 ) 3 ]Pb(C 2 O 4 )Cl·H 2 O (GPCCH), was successfully obtained. GPCCH was characterized by two types of π-conjugated building units, which contributes to the coexistence of a wide bandgap of 3.98 eV and a large birefringence of 0.24@546 nm. These findings highlight the synergistic role of π-conjugated building units and partially-chlorinated lead-containing units played in generating fascinating UV birefringent crystals.
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Journal of Materials Chemistry C
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2025
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Yao Zhong,Xiaolei Li,Li Ye,Pengcheng Zhu,Lin Zhuang
Anisotropic gold nanostars are near-infrared (NIR) absorbing photosensitizers applied in photothermal therapy (PTT) and photodynamic therapy (PDT). However, the thermodynamic instability of the gold nanostars leading to passivation limits their anti-tumor efficacy in addressing spreading and metastatic tumors. Herein gold star@PB@CuS (GPC) nanoparticles with a core–shell structure were designed and fabricated to address the shortcomings above and achieve multimodal anti-tumor treatment. GPC exhibits a broader absorption peak (810 nm) at the near-infrared region (NIR) through the synergistic effect, achieving excellent photothermal conversion efficiency and stability along with stronger photoacoustic (PA) imaging. The high tunable plasmon resonances of gold nanostars enable them to optimize the localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) effect through adjustments in their shape and size. This ensures that the laser wavelengths used for PTT and PDT processes of GPC are coherent at 808 nm (in the so-called “first bio-window”), without significant passivation. Simultaneously, we found that GPC further introduced chemodynamic therapy (CDT) by enabling glutathione (GSH) depletion, Fenton-like reactions, and self-supplied O2 to assist type-I PDT breaking in hypoxia and over expressed the GSH tumor microenvironment (TME). The endogenous and exogenous triggered nanotherapeutic platform PTT/PDT/CDT enables a complete ablation of 4T1 tumors within the first bio-window, showcasing enhanced photo-therapeutic efficacy and addressing critical challenges in current anti-tumor strategies.
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JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
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2025
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IF 8.4
Jiyue Ding,Xiaoyu Liu,Ning Zhang,Yi Wang,Ke Cui,Huachi Yu,Jingyi Chen,Qingyang Xu,Jianyang Gao,Huaizhi Shao,Zilin Meng
The Mg-Al layered double hydroxides are intercalated with inorganic sulfides of sodium trithiocarbonate (Na 2 CS 3 ), sodium sulfide (Na 2 S), and organic sulfides of sodium dimethyldithiocarbamate (SDTC), trithiocyanuric acid (TMT) via the co-precipitation method for the purpose of removing Cu 2+ and Pb 2+ in aqueous solutions. The sorbents are characterized by XRD, FT-IR, BET, SEM, XPS and zeta potential. The sorption kinetic data fits well with the pseudo-second-order model and the intra-particle diffusion model. The sorption isotherm data for Cu 2+ align more closely with the Langmuir model, suggesting a preference for monolayer adsorption, whereas Pb 2+ sorption better follows the Freundlich model, indicating heterogeneous multilayer adsorption, thus revealing distinct sorption processes. Among the sulfur-intercalated LDHs, SDTC@LDH exhibits the highest sorption capacity for Cu 2+ and Pb 2+ , reaching 357.14 mg/L and 274.76 mg/L, respectively. Molecular simulations further elucidate the superior performance of organic sulfur-intercalated LDHs, demonstrating higher binding energies and stronger affinity between organic sulfides and Cu 2+ /Pb 2+ . The sorption mechanisms for Cu 2+ and Pb 2+ are explored: Cu 2+ preferentially reacts with interlayer sulfides in LDHs, subsequently displacing hydroxyl groups from the LDHs layers to form precipitates, whereas Pb 2+ first bonds with hydroxyl groups on the LDHs layers, causing structural collapse, followed by capture by exposed interlayer sulfides. Dynamic sorption experiments demonstrate that SDTC@LDH can treat larger volumes of aqueous solutions compared to other adsorbents, indicating that SDTC@LDH possesses superior sustained sorption capacity in water treatment applications. Coexisting ion experiments, pH tests, reusability studies, and sulfide/heavy metal leaching assessments confirm the high selectivity and stability of the adsorbents for Cu 2+ and Pb 2+ , with minimal risk of secondary pollution. Metal speciation analysis reveals that organic sulfur-intercalated LDHs provide more stable sorption for Cu 2+ and Pb 2+ .
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APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
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2026
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Zexu Zhang,Huan Zhang,Siyuan Wang,Zongyang Liu,Yue Yin,Jinfang Wu,Wenbo Wang,Fang Guo
The simultaneous realization of high adsorption efficiency, low cost, and scalable fabrication in a single adsorbent remains a significant challenge for the remediation of heavy metals-contaminated water. Here we propose a thermal-induced structural reorganization strategy to convert naturally abundant low-grade attapulgite clay into a porous silicate composite (denoted HJSiCa1.75). The composite exhibits a high uptake capacity (139.39 mg·g −1 ) and removal efficiency over 99.5% across a broad concentration range (10 mg·L −1 -200 mg·L −1 ). In real water matrices (lake water, river water, and tap water), HJSiCa1.75 outperforms commercial activated carbon 2–3 times at equivalent dosages, maintaining a removal efficiency above 99%. Site-energy distribution (SED) analysis reveals that the overall average site density of HJSiCa1.75 (0.012 g·mol/(g·kJ)) exceeds that of GHJ (0.007) and AC-CN (0.004). Thermodynamics analysis revealed that adsorption is spontaneous (ΔG° < 0) and endothermic (ΔH° = +11.95 kJ·mol −1 ). Phytotoxicity tests using aquatic plants indicate substantially reduced toxicity in treated water, as evidenced by seed germination rates and root growth comparable to those observed in clean tap water, thereby suggesting improved ecological compatibility. Pelletization and column adsorption experiments confirm the structural integrity and operational stability of the adsorbent. Mechanistic investigation identifies a synergistic interplay of electrostatic attraction, ion exchange, surface complexation, and in-situ mineralization. Collectively, this work provides a rational structural engineering route to designing high-performance heavy-metal scavengers and facilitates the value-added utilization of natural clay for scalable water purification.
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Separations
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2025
·Vol. 12
·期 7
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Chunxiao Wang,Zhirong Chen,Nana Wang,Jianqiao Wang,Runshen He,Yu Chen,Haerfosai Nuhu,Hang Chen,Zhixuan Lin,Minqi Fan,Mingdong Chang
Heavy metal pollution, especially from Pb(II) and Cd(II), poses significant risks due to its persistence and bioaccumulation potential. Traditional removal methods face challenges like high costs and secondary pollution. This study developed a novel three-dimensional porous adsorbent XBS, derived from xanthate-modifiedPhanerochaete sordidaYK-624 (a white-rot fungus), for the rapid and efficient removal of Pb(II) and Cd(II) from wastewater. Characterization showed that XBS has a sponge-like structure with abundant functional groups, significantly enhancing its adsorption capacity and kinetics. XBS achieved 96% Pb(II) and 32% Cd(II) removal within 1 min at a 0.25 g/L dose, reaching over 95% of the maximum adsorption capacity within 30 min for Pb(II) and 240 min for Cd(II). The maximum capacities were 224.72 mg/g for Pb(II) and 82.99 mg/g for Cd(II). Kinetic and thermodynamic analyses indicated a chemisorption-driven process, which was both endothermic and spontaneous. XBS exhibited high selectivity for Pb(II) over Cd(II) and other metals (Tl(I), Cu(II)), attributed to stronger covalent interactions with sulfur- and nitrogen-containing groups. Mechanistic analyses (XRD, FTIR, and XPS) revealed that removal occurs via ion exchange, complexation, and precipitation, forming stable compounds like PbS/CdS and PbCO3/CdCO3. Given its cost-effectiveness, scalability, and high efficiency, XBS represents a promising adsorbent for heavy metal remediation, particularly in Pb(II)-contaminated wastewater treatment applications.
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MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
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2026
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IF 5.1
Zhenyu Wang,Tong Qi,Hebin Sun,Ningran Wang,Wenbin Zhang,Jianlong Zhao,Liancheng Zhao,Lijuan Liang
The creation of dependable analytical platforms capable of detecting multiple heavy metal ions (HMIs) concurrently continues to be a significant challenge in environmental monitoring. This study introduces an innovative composite sensing material composed of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) modified UiO-66-NH 2 metal organic frameworks (MOFs) and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) for simultaneous detection of multiple HMIs. UiO-66-NH 2 , with its extensive specific surface area and three-dimensional porous framework, facilitates effective ion diffusion and target preconcentration. The interconnected CNTs network significantly enhances electron transfer kinetics and expands the electroactive surface area, as confirmed by cyclic voltammetry (CV) analyses. AuNPs can effectively amplify electrochemical reactions and enhance the sensitivity of electrochemical detection. The thoughtful design of this sensing material amalgamates the unique benefits of its constituents. This sensing material attains remarkably low limits of detection (LOD), which is 0.021 μg·L −1 for Cd 2+ and 0.008 μg·L −1 for Pb 2+ , showcasing outstanding resistance to interference in complex environments. The potential applicationsapplications of MOF-based composites in the electrochemical sensors of HMIs are expanded by this methodology.
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ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
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2020
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IF 8.758
Zhen Huang,Minghu Zhao,Chen Wang,Shixing Wang,Linqing Dai,Libo Zhang
An outstanding metal–organic framework sorbent (Zn-MOF) was prepared using Zn2+ and 3-amino-5-mercapto-1,2,4-triazole to eliminate toxic metal ions from water. Zn-MOF was detected via using Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) analysis, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). Zn-MOF is stable and has a very large surface area. The uptake properties of Zn-MOF were investigated. The maximum uptake capacity of Zn-MOF for Pb, Hg, and As ions was 1097, 32, and 718 mg/g, respectively. This was obtained at pH = 4, 5, and 6, respectively. The adsorption data is in good agreement with the Langmuir and pseudo-second-order rate models, indicating that the uptake process of Zn-MOF for toxic metal ions was a single layer uptake on a uniform surface via exchange of valence electrons. Thermodynamics shows that the uptake process is autogenic and endothermic. Zn-MOF can be reused at least 6 times. Mercury and lead strongly coordinated with Zn-MOF. The interaction between arsenic and Zn-MOF is weak chemical coordination and ion exchange. Zn-MOF has wide application prospects for toxic metal ion elimination.
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JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
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2020
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IF 9.038
Weixia Yang,Meijie Cheng,Yong Han,Xueli Luo,Chunhua Li,Wenzhi Tang,Tianli Yue,Zhonghong Li
Here, inspired by the poisoning process of heavy metal in human body that the accidental ingested heavy metal can anchor to the functional groups of DNA/protein/enzyme to exert their toxicities during the rapid blood circulation, we developed the adsorbent that enveloped Etched UiO-66 with abundant functional groups into chitosan (CTS) aerogel to capture Pb(II) and Cd(II) in aqueous and apple juice. SEM, XRD and FTIR spectra were used to characterize the Etched UiO-66/CTS aerogel. The results showed that Etched UiO-66/CTS aerogel has a three-dimensional porous structure, and –OH groups of CTS interact with Zr(IV) of Etched UiO-66 to form the stable UiO-66/CTS aerogel. Benefiting from the intrinsic properties of porous and abundant functional groups, Etched UiO-66/CTS aerogel exhibits satisfactory adsorption capacities of 654.9 mg g −1 for Pb(II) and 343.9 mg g −1 for Cd(II) at 45 °C. Moreover, the aerogel shows excellent removal efficiencies of 98.21% for Pb(II) and 98.70% for Cd(II) with initial concentration of 1.0 mg L −1 in apple juice with little effect on the quality of apple juice. This strategy of mimetic heavy metal ions’ poisoning behavior opens up a new avenue for the removal of heavy metal ions in complex matrices.
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