Viologen-Derived Covalent Organic Frameworks: Advancing PFAS Removal Technology with High Adsorption Capacity

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Beitragende

  • Amin Zadehnazari - , Cornell University (Autor:in)
  • Ahmadreza Khosropour - , Cornell University (Autor:in)
  • Amin Zarei - , Cornell University (Autor:in)
  • Leila Khazdooz - , Cornell University (Autor:in)
  • Saeed Amirjalayer - , Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster (Autor:in)
  • Florian Auras - , Professur für Molekulare Funktionsmaterialien (cfaed), Technische Universität Dresden (Autor:in)
  • Alireza Abbaspourrad - , Cornell University (Autor:in)

Abstract

The escalating presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water poses urgent public health concerns, necessitating effective removal. This study presents a groundbreaking approach, using viologen to synthesize covalent organic framework nanospheres: MELEM-COF and MEL-COF. Characterized by highly crystalline features, these nanospheres exhibit exceptional affinity for diverse anionic PFAS compounds, achieving simultaneous removal of multiple contaminants within 30 min. Investigating six anionic PFAS compounds, MEL- and MELEM-COFs achieved 90.0–99.0% removal efficiency. The integrated analysis unveils the synergistic contributions of COF morphology and functional properties to PFAS adsorption. Notably, MELEM-COF, with cationic surfaces, exploits electrostatic and dipole interactions, with a 2500 mg g−1 adsorption capacity—surpassing all reported COFs to date. MELEM-COF exhibits rapid exchange kinetics, reaching equilibrium within 30 min. These findings deepen the understanding of COF materials and promise avenues for refining COF-based adsorption strategies.

Details

OriginalspracheEnglisch
Aufsatznummer2405176
FachzeitschriftSmall
Jahrgang20
Ausgabenummer46
PublikationsstatusVeröffentlicht - 14 Nov. 2024
Peer-Review-StatusJa

Externe IDs

PubMed 39115339

Schlagworte

Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung

Schlagwörter

  • adsorption mechanism, covalent organic framework, microporous materials, PFAS