hydrogels
Hydrogels for Pharmaceutical Pollutant Removal from Water
Researchers from Federal University of Fronteira Sul and Comunitária University of the Chapecó Region in Brazil have examined innovative uses of hydrogels to effectively remove pharmaceutical pollutants from industrial wastewater. These hydrogels, modified with sustainable nanomaterials, showcase strong adsorption capabilities, addressing growing environmental concerns regarding pharmaceutical contamination. Continue reading
Hydrogel Powder: A new material for cooling
Researchers at Zhejiang University developed a porous hydrogel powder that transforms into a hydrogel coating upon hydration, effectively retaining water and absorbing heat. In a solar panel cooling experiment with intermittent water spraying, this method achieved a temperature reduction of 48% compared to traditional cooling techniques. Continue reading