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Sustainable technologies for the remediation of metronidazole antibiotic from aqueous solution: Current and future perspectives

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The increasing levels of antibiotic pollution and the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria pose significant global environmental and public health concerns. Metronidazole (MNZ), a commonly used antibiotic effective against various anaerobic bacteria and Protozoa, is frequently detected in water sources. Several treatment techniques, such as advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), adsorption, and membrane separation have been proposed to remove MNZ from contaminated water. However, each method faces inherent limitations, complicating the achievement of acceptable treatment standards. This review presents a comprehensive examination of the sources of MNZ in water, its aqueous chemistry, and the associated health implications. Additionally, it evaluates the effectiveness of current removal techniques and discusses their suitability for specific environmental contexts. The significance of this study lies in its ability to provide an updated and systematic understanding of MNZ contamination and the challenges of its removal, which could guide future research and the development of more efficient treatment strategies.

Source: Results in Chemistry

DOI: 10.1016/j.rechem.2025.102439

Authors: Jafar Abdi, Tahere Taghizade Firozjaee, Negar Mohammadian, Hossein Jalalian

Institution: University of Shahrood

Language: English

Topic: Pharmaceutical and Antibiotic Environmental Impacts

Subfield: Pollution

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Clean water and sanitation, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,870