Novel Functional Separation Materials for Water Treatment
A special issue of Separations (ISSN 2297-8739). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials in Separation Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 40
Special Issue Editors
Interests: water treatment technologies; environmental functional materials; advanced oxidation processes; membrane separation technology; resource recovery from wastewater; electrochemical direction
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Interests: ecological restoration of soil and water pollution; preparation and application of ecological environment repair materials; development of self-cleaning environmental materials
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, entitled “Novel Functional Separation Materials for Water Treatment”, aims to explore the latest advancements in the development and application of innovative materials and cutting-edge technologies for water purification and wastewater treatment. Due to water scarcity and pollution, there is an urgent need for efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions that address these challenges. This Special Issue will focus on the design, synthesis, and application of advanced materials such as nanomaterials, membranes, and bio-based adsorbents, as well as emerging technologies such as advanced oxidation processes, electrochemical treatment, and hybrid systems. We welcome contributions that highlight novel approaches to the removal of contaminants, including heavy metals, organic pollutants, and microplastics, but also aim to address resource recovery and energy efficiency. Both experimental and theoretical studies are welcome, including case studies and reviews that provide insights into the scalability and environmental impact of these technologies. This Special Issue seeks to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and contribute to the development of sustainable water treatment solutions for a cleaner and healthier future.
Dr. Zhujian Huang
Prof. Dr. Xinjiang Hu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- advanced oxidation processes
- nanomaterials for water treatment
- membrane technology
- electrochemical water treatment
- sustainable water purification
- contaminant removal
- resource recovery
- hybrid treatment systems
- bio-based adsorbents
- water–energy nexus
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