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Unexpected magnesium oxide/calcium sulfide barnacle-like structures derived from pyrolysed carrageenans

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Derived from a metal–organic framework of Irish Moss carrageenan and naturally inherent magnesium and calcium, this barnacle-impersonating material, offers a potential solution to aquatic heavy metal pollution and critical metal recovery.

Source: Green Chemistry

DOI: 10.1039/d5gc03892h

Authors: Ewan D. Ward, Jolyon J. Glynn, Ryan E. Barker, Duncan J. Macquarrie, Avtar S. Matharu

Institution: University of York

Language: English

Topic: Adsorption and biosorption for pollutant removal

Subfield: Water Science and Technology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Clean water and sanitation

Open Access status: hybrid

Funder: Cardiff University