研究目的
The objectives of this study were preparation of Cu2O modified PSF MMM by using phase inversion technique and characterization using Field emission electron microscopy (FESEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and FESEM-EDX. Also, the flux profile, hydrophilicity, antifouling performance, and protein separation were analyzed by measuring membranes pure water flux (PWF), water contact angle (WCA), and BSA permeation. Lastly, the photocatalytic removal of IBP is carried out, under dark and visible conditions, using the prepared membranes.
研究成果
Cu2O photocatalyst modified mixed matrix PSF ultrafiltration membranes were successfully synthesized and shown to be effective for the removal of IBP under visible light. The membranes exhibited improved hydrophilicity, antifouling nature, and photocatalytic activity, making them promising for pharmaceutical removal applications.
研究不足
The study focuses on the removal of a single pharmaceutical (IBP) and may not be directly applicable to other pharmaceuticals without further research. The long-term stability and scalability of the membranes for industrial applications were not extensively studied.