Application of Membrane Capacitive Deionization Technology in Desalination and Wastewater Treatment

Dear Colleagues,

Membrane Capacitive Deionization (MCDI) is an innovative technology that has gained significant attention in recent years for its promising applications in desalination and wastewater treatment, offering an energy-efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional desalination and water treatment methods. MCDI is an electrochemical ion removal process that utilizes charged porous activated carbon electrodes with high surface areas to remove ions through alternating charge and discharge cycles. The MCDI uses ion-exchange membranes, which are placed on the electrodes to prevent the adsorption of oppositely charged ions, especially during the discharge phase, and thus increases efficiency compared to CDI without membranes.

This Special Issue aims to compile cutting-edge research on Membrane Capacitive Deionization Technology, providing a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their latest findings on the application of MCDI as water treatment technology as well as innovations and challenges in this rapidly evolving field.

We invite original research, review articles, and case studies covering a broad range of topics related to Membrane Capacitive Deionization including but not limited to the following:

• Electrode materials and membrane development;
• Process optimization;
• Energy efficiency;
• Desalination applications;
• Wastewater treatment;
• Pilot and scale-up;
• Environmental impact assessment.

We look forward to receiving your high-quality contributions to this Special Issue, which will undoubtedly contribute to the advancement of Membrane Capacitive Deionization in the field of desalination and wastewater treatment

Prof. Dr. Jan Hoinkis
Guest Editor

Dr. Ulrich Hellriegel
Guest Editor Assistant

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• process optimization
• application
• pilot trials
• environmental impact assessment
• energy efficiency
• electrode ma-terials
• membrane materials