Determination, Adsorption and Degradation Mechanisms of Environmental Pollutants
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Green Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 38
Special Issue Editor
Interests: environmental pollutants; remediation; degradation mechanisms; adsorbent materials; bioremediation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Environmental pollutants encompass a wide range of harmful substances that pose significant threats to ecosystems and human health. These pollutants include heavy metals, organic compounds, and microplastics, each exhibiting complex behaviors and interactions in various environmental settings. Their detection, remediation, and understanding of environmental impacts present substantial scientific challenges.
In this Special Issue, we invite original research articles and comprehensive reviews that explore the methodologies for the determination, adsorption, and degradation mechanisms of environmental pollutants. We encourage studies that investigate the interactions between pollutants and various adsorbent materials, including novel nanomaterials and metal–organic frameworks, as well as traditional adsorbents. Furthermore, contributions focusing on the biochemical pathways involved in pollutant degradation are particularly welcomed, as they are crucial for developing effective bioremediation strategies.
This Special Issue aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers in environmental science, chemistry, and engineering. By sharing cutting-edge findings and innovative approaches, we hope to enhance the collective understanding of pollutant behavior and devise sustainable solutions for pollution mitigation.
Prof. Dr. Alina Catrinel Ion
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- environmental pollutants
- adsorption mechanisms
- degradation pathways
- analytical techniques
- nanomaterials
- heavy metals
- organic contaminants
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