Nanotechnology What Are the Challenges and Emerging Benefits for Water Treatment?

Although the use of nanomaterials in drinking water treatment is being explored, our understanding of possible risks hasn't kept pace with research regarding potential applications.

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Published in:Opflow (Denver, Colo.) Colo.), 2012-01, Vol.38 (1), p.10-13
Main Authors: Tuccillo, Mary Ellen, Boyd, Glen R., Sandvig, Anne, Shatkin, Jo Anne, Dionysiou, Dionysios D.
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
Subjects:
Arsenic
Chemical water pollution
Environmental engineering
Health Effects
Membranes
Nanomaterials
Nanoparticles
Nanotechnology
P branes
Particle Removal
Particulates
Potable water
Wastewater treatment
Water Treatment
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Summary:Although the use of nanomaterials in drinking water treatment is being explored, our understanding of possible risks hasn't kept pace with research regarding potential applications.
ISSN:0149-8029
1551-8701
DOI:10.5991/OPF.2012.38.0001