Advanced Treatment

As urban wastewater treatment plants increasingly adopt reverse osmosis (RO) technology, they are faced with a growing challenge: the management of reverse osmosis concentrate (ROC), a byproduct laden with organic micropollutants (OMPs). A recent rev

In a world increasingly challenged by water pollution, particularly in developing countries, a recent review sheds light on the pressing issue of heavy metals in industrial wastewater. The research, led by T.E. Oladimeji from the Department of Chemic

Recent advancements in ultraviolet (UV) light emitting diode (LED) technology are reshaping the landscape of water disinfection, presenting new opportunities for the water, sanitation, and drainage sector. A critical review published in ‘Water Resear

The growing concern surrounding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water has reached a critical juncture, prompting researchers to explore innovative detection and removal techniques. A recent article published in Emerging Contami

In a world grappling with water scarcity and pollution, a recent study led by R. Kamalesh from the Department of Biotechnology at Saveetha School of Engineering in Chennai has emerged as a beacon of hope. This research, published in the journal ‘Sust

In a groundbreaking study, researchers have unlocked the potential of indigenous bacterial species to tackle the pressing issue of wastewater treatment, specifically focusing on effluent from the Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) in Vatva, Ahmed

In the realm of water treatment, the quest for safer, more effective disinfection methods is becoming increasingly urgent. A recent study published in ‘Applied Sciences’ has shed light on innovative approaches to minimizing disinfection byproducts (D

A recent review published in ‘Gongye shui chuli’, which translates to ‘Industrial Water Treatment’, has shed light on the troubling presence of brominated flame retardants (BFRs) in aquatic environments. These compounds, widely used for their fire-re