Scientific Sessions

Nanomaterials for water purification represent a promising solution to address global water quality challenges by leveraging nanotechnology to enhance filtration, disinfection, and contaminant removal processes. These materials, such as nanoparticles, nanotubes, and nanocomposites, offer unique properties such as high surface area, catalytic activity, and selective adsorption capabilities. Applications span from removing heavy metals and organic pollutants to disinfecting waterborne pathogens and microorganisms. In environmental remediation, nanomaterials play a crucial role in wastewater treatment, groundwater remediation, and desalination technologies. Challenges include scaling up production, ensuring long-term stability and safety, and understanding the potential environmental impacts of nanomaterials. Ongoing research focuses on optimizing nanomaterial synthesis methods, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness, and developing sustainable and recyclable nanomaterials for water treatment applications.