Advances in Modified Thin-Film Composite (TFC) Membranes: Innovations in Selective, Intermediate, and Support Structures
A special issue of Membranes (ISSN 2077-0375). This special issue belongs to the section "Membrane Fabrication and Characterization".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 69
Special Issue Editors
Interests: membrane-based water treatment; nanofiltration; polyamide membrane; GO membrane
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue will explore the innovative approaches for modifying the structural components of thin-film composite (TFC) membranes, with a focus on the support, intermediate, and selective layers. While the selective polyamide layer has traditionally been the focal point due to its direct impact on membrane performance, the support and intermediate layers are increasingly gaining attention. The support layer’s properties—such as pore structure, surface characteristics, and mechanical strength—are now recognized as equally vital in optimizing overall membrane efficiency. Similarly, the intermediate layer plays a crucial role in facilitating adhesion and transport between the selective and support layers, offering another dimension for performance enhancement.
Recent studies have shown that engineering these layers with novel nanomaterials or suitable reagents can significantly improve the separation performance of TFC membranes by addressing the permeability–selectivity trade-off typically associated with polyamide-based systems. Such modifications can enhance permeation rates, selectivity, and long-term stability, thereby pushing the boundaries of current membrane technologies in desalination, water purification, and other separation processes.
By highlighting these advancements, this Special Issue aims to inspire further research and innovation in multi-layer TFC membrane design, ultimately contributing to the next generation of high-performance membranes for a wide range of critical applications.
Dr. Shabin Mohammed
Dr. Hanaa Hegab
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- TFC
- polyamide membrane
- membrane support
- nanofiltration
- reverse osmosis
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