Exploring ionic liquids and deep eutectic solvents for emerging contaminant removal from water and wastewater

Setareh Cheshmekhezr; Shams Razzak Rothee; Morteza Nazaripour; Ashiqur Rahman; Hamed Heidari; Sayeda Ummeh Masrura; Eakalak Khan

doi:10.1038/s44296-024-00042-8

npj Materials Sustainability (Dec 2024)

Exploring ionic liquids and deep eutectic solvents for emerging contaminant removal from water and wastewater

Setareh Cheshmekhezr,
Shams Razzak Rothee,
Morteza Nazaripour,
Ashiqur Rahman,
Hamed Heidari,
Sayeda Ummeh Masrura,
Eakalak Khan

Affiliations

Setareh Cheshmekhezr: Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Department, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Shams Razzak Rothee: Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Department, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Morteza Nazaripour: Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Department, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Ashiqur Rahman: Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Department, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Hamed Heidari: Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Department, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Sayeda Ummeh Masrura: Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Department, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Eakalak Khan: Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Department, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s44296-024-00042-8
Journal volume & issue: Vol. 2, no. 1
pp. 1 – 11

Abstract

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Abstract Heightened concerns on water pollution have increased research on environmentally friendly materials for water and wastewater treatment. Ionic liquids (ILs) and deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have emerged among potential solutions due to their properties, including low vapor pressure and solvating capabilities, enabling the targeting of specific contaminants. This critical review explores innovative applications of ILs and DESs in water and wastewater treatment, emphasizing adaptability and effectiveness in various treatment processes.

Published in npj Materials Sustainability

ISSN: 2948-1775 (Online)
Publisher: Nature Portfolio
Country of publisher: United Kingdom
LCC subjects: Geography. Anthropology. Recreation: Environmental sciences; Technology: Electrical engineering. Electronics. Nuclear engineering: Materials of engineering and construction. Mechanics of materials
Website: https://www.nature.com/npjmatsustain/

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