| Title: | Harnessing magnetic nanoparticles for the effective removal of micro- and nanoplastics : a critical review |
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| Authors: | ID Vohl, Sabina (Author)
ID Kristl, Matjaž (Author)
ID Stergar, Janja (Author) |
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| Files: |  nanomaterials-14-01179.pdf (3,68 MB)
MD5: A56DE532EF5F572727CB76BC34EFB0B1
 https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/14/14/1179
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| Language: | English |
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| Work type: | Article |
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| Typology: | 1.02 - Review Article |
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| Organization: | FKKT - Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
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| Abstract: | The spread of micro- (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) in the environment has become a
significant environmental concern, necessitating effective removal strategies. In this comprehensive
scientific review, we examine the use of magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) as a promising technology for
the removal of MPs and NPs from water. We first describe the issues of MPs and NPs and their impact
on the environment and human health. Then, the fundamental principles of using MNPs for the
removal of these pollutants will be presented, emphasizing that MNPs enable the selective binding
and separation of MPs and NPs from water sources. Furthermore, we provide a short summary of
various types of MNPs that have proven effective in the removal of MPs and NPs. These include
ferromagnetic nanoparticles and MNPs coated with organic polymers, as well as nanocomposites and
magnetic nanostructures. We also review their properties, such as magnetic saturation, size, shape,
surface functionalization, and stability, and their influence on removal efficiency. Next, we describe
different methods of utilizing MNPs for the removal of MPs and NPs. We discuss their advantages,
limitations, and potential for further development in detail. In the final part of the review, we provide
an overview of the existing studies and results demonstrating the effectiveness of using MNPs for
the removal of MPs and NPs from water. We also address the challenges that need to be overcome,
such as nanoparticle optimization, process scalability, and the removal and recycling of nanoparticles
after the completion of the process. This comprehensive scientific review offers extensive insights
into the use of MNPs for the removal of MPs and NPs from water. With improved understanding
and the development of advanced materials and methods, this technology can play a crucial role in
addressing the issues of MPs and NPs and preserving a clean and healthy environment. The novelty
of this review article is the emphasis on MNPs for the removal of MPs and NPs from water and a
detailed review of the advantages and disadvantages of various MNPs for the mentioned application.
Additionally, a review of a large number of publications in this field is provided. |
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| Keywords: | magnetic nanoparticles, microplastics, nanoplastics, water treatment, removal |
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| Publication status: | Published |
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| Publication version: | Version of Record |
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| Submitted for review: | 07.06.2024 |
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| Article acceptance date: | 09.07.2024 |
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| Publication date: | 11.07.2024 |
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| Publisher: | MDPI AG |
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| Year of publishing: | 2024 |
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| Number of pages: | 39 str. |
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| Numbering: | Vol. 14, no. 14, [ǂart. ǂno.] 1179 |
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| PID: | 20.500.12556/DKUM-89573  |
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| UDC: | 620.3 |
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| ISSN on article: | 2079-4991 |
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| COBISS.SI-ID: | 202478851 |
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| DOI: | 10.3390/nano14141179 |
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| Copyright: | © 2024 by the authors |
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| Publication date in DKUM: | 22.07.2024 |
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| Views: | 347 |
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| Downloads: | 58 |
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| Categories: | Misc.
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