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Multifunctional polycaprolactone–lignin–silver nanocomposite membranes for simultaneous removal of heavy metal, nutrient and microbial contaminants from wastewater

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: ). These results were further corroborated by antibacterial activity. The PCL-L-Ag 2% NPs membrane exhibits strong potential as a reusable, multifunctional material for treating real agricultural drainage water, effectively reducing both inorganic pollutants and microbial contaminants.

Source: RSC Advances

DOI: 10.1039/d6ra09564j

Authors: Heba Isawi, Mohamed H. Hemida, Emad M. Ahmed, Hesham Moustafa

Institutions: Desert Research Center, Cairo University, Taif University, British University in Egypt, National Institute of Standards

Language: English

Topic: Adsorption and biosorption for pollutant removal

Subfield: Water Science and Technology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Clean water and sanitation, Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,042