Scientists from Tomsk Polytechnic University and other research organizations have successfully developed a nanocomposite that effectively purifies water from microorganisms, organic dyes and heavy metal ions. This material, a combination of iron oxide and graphene, exhibits high adsorption of toxic substances such as arsenic and provides rapid results of more than 80% purification in one minute.
While the iron oxide in the nanocomposite successfully captures heavy metals, graphene aims to combat biological residues and organic dyes. Using graphene oxide in the structure of the composite not only improves its physical properties, but also increases the surface of the material, allowing it to adsorb a larger amount of pollutants. Such a nanocomposite could find application not only in water purification but also in microelectronics.
Currently, TPU scientists and partners are exploring the possibility of incorporating this nanocomposite into filtration technologies similar to traditional domestic water purification systems.
Source: Ferra
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