Water Pollution
Study links forever chemicals in drinking water to a range of rare cancers
An association between levels of manmade “forever chemicals” in drinking water and a range of rare cancers.
A sugar-like polymer can trap heavy metals in water
Carbohydrate polymers could be a sweet solution for water purification.
Robust biofilm growth can enhance wastewater treatment efficiency
Foaming plastic carriers creates uneven surfaces and more area for necessary microorganisms.
Turning the Tide: How a New Nanocatalyst Cleans Water Like Never Before
A team led by Assistant Professor Edison Ang Huixiang from the National Institute of Education/Nanyang Technological University (NIE/NTU) Singapore, has developed a groundbreaking nanocatalyst...
Game-Changer: 2-in-1 Floatable Solar Device Cleans Water and Tackles Pollutants
In an exciting advancement featured in Materials Horizons, Dr. Edison Ang, Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Education/Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, unveils a...
New reactor system produces green ammonia and purified water
The new system could decarbonize ammonia production and treat nitrate-contaminated water.
Self-powered, low-cost biosensor for monitoring freshwater ecosystems
A low-cost biosensor for assessing water quality at the input of lakes and rivers.
3D-printed living material could clean polluted water
A sustainable and eco-friendly solution to clean pollutants from water.
Engineers use electricity to clean up heavily contaminated wastewater
Powerful electrochemical process eliminates stubborn organic aqueous pollutants.
Converting water pollution into valuable chemicals
Pollution from ammonia-based fertilizer reverts back to ammonia — with a side of rocket fuel.