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This book comprehensively explores advanced methodologies and practical applications in the treatment and valorization of wastewater. The book synthesizes cutting-edge research and practical insights into various techniques used to address the environmental challenges posed by liquid waste streams. From fundamental principles to applied solutions, each chapter delves into specific methodologies such as adsorption, electrochemical methods, biological treatments using microalgae, advanced oxidation processes, and integrated treatment systems.
¿ Bridges the gap between theoretical advancements and real-world applications in wastewater treatment.
¿ Discusses the importance and challenges of treating liquid wastes, including emerging contaminants, setting the stage for detailed discussions on innovative techniques.
¿ Explores in-depth studies on adsorption mechanisms, the effectiveness of electrochemical treatments, and the utilization of biological processes for waste remediation.
¿ Features case studies from different geographical regions illustrate practical implementations and highlight the diverse approaches to wastewater management worldwide.
The intended audience includes researchers, engineers, and practitioners in environmental and chemical engineering seeking to enhance their understanding of modern techniques and their application in liquid waste treatment. By consolidating knowledge from global experts, this book serves as a valuable resource for academics and professionals striving to address the growing concerns of environmental sustainability through innovative waste treatment solutions.
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Chapter 0 Front Matter Chapter 1 Bio-Based Activated Carbons for Wastewater Remediation: A Comparative Case Study on Dyes and Heavy Metals Chapter 2 Micro- and Nanoplastics in Tunisian Coastal Areas: Current Status and Treatment Approaches Chapter 3 Membrane Technologies in Wastewater Treatment: Fundamentals, Industrial Applications and Innovations Chapter 4 Membrane-Based Separation Processes in Wastewater Treatment: Principles, Materials, and Sustainability Perspectives Chapter 5 Innovative Adsorption Techniques for Efficient Liquid Waste Treatment: Materials, Mechanisms, and Applications Chapter 6 Treatment of Wastewater Using Biochars and Hybrid Composites Chapter 7 Electrochemical Methods for Liquid Waste Treatment: Innovations, Applications, and Sustainability Chapter 8 Photo-Fenton and Ultrasound Processes: Applications and Efficiency Improvements for Liquid Waste Treatment Chapter 9 Hybrid Adsorptive-Photocatalytic Systems: Synergistic Approaches for Liquid Effluents Treatment Chapter 10 Engineering Innovations in Photocatalytic Systems for Treating Liquid Effluents: A Case Study on ZnO:Co Thin Films Chapter 11 Microalgae Biomass: Applications and Mechanisms in Removing Conventional and Industrial Pollutants Chapter 12 Microalgae as a Natural Resource: Economic Potential and Applications Chapter 13 Sustainability and Environmental Impact in Liquid Waste Treatment: Innovations, Strategies, and Future Perspectives
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Reda Elkacmi specializes in Chemical Engineering and earned a doctorate from Hassan II University, Morocco. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences and Techniques, University Sultan Moulay Slimane, Morocco. Dr. Elkacmi's research focuses on process engineering, modeling, and simulation of industrial operations. His work includes optimizing adsorption processes, studying kinetics, isotherms, and thermodynamics for heavy metal removal from aqueous solutions.
Sudip Chakraborty has a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from University of Calabria, Italy. He is Abilitazione Scientifica Nazionale (ASN) - full professor in sector - ING-IND 24 at the Laboratory of Transport Phenomena and Biotechnology, University of Calabria. He was also a visiting researcher at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His major fields of interest are membrane separation, plasmonic nanoparticles, composite materials, energy, and process intensification.
Catia Algieri has been a researcher at the Institute on Membrane Technology, National Research Council of Italy (ITMJ-CNR) since 2001. She has collaborated on several international and national projects focused on membrane preparation and characterization for application in water treatment, catalytic reactions, and gas separations. In her research she prepares and characterizes of zeolite membranes for water treatment, catalytic reactions and gas separations as well as mixed matrix membranes for drug controlled release and gas separations.
