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As the demand for sustainable and efficient water treatment solutions grows, the integration of advanced nanomaterials has become a focal point in enhancing membrane technologies. The purpose of this review is to provide a comprehensive and critical analysis of the current state of research on Ti3C2Tx MXenes, highlighting their unique properties, the challenges they address, and the potential they hold for MXene-enhanced biofiltration-membrane systems. The perspective systematically examines how Ti3C2Tx MXenes, with their exceptional electrical conductivity, hydrophilicity, and tunable surface chemistry, can be integrated into biofiltration-membrane systems to improve key performance metrics such as water flux, contaminant rejection, and fouling resistance. Various processes, including biofiltration, adsorption, and nanofiltration, are discussed, where Ti3C2Tx MXenes have been shown to have a potential application. In addition to synthesizing existing literature, experimental validations are presented that demonstrate how MXene incorporation can alter membrane morphology and structure, leading to improved antibacterial properties and enhanced overall performance. These findings underscore the transformative potential of Ti3C2Tx MXenes in developing next-generation biofiltration-membrane technologies that are not only more efficient but also more sustainable. Through this perspective, the key challenges that remain, such as cost implications and long-term stability, are identified, and future research directions are proposed to address these issues. This in-depth analysis highlights the critical role MXenes can play in advancing water treatment technologies, particularly in the context of water reuse, and encourages further interdisciplinary research in this rapidly evolving field.
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MXenes: Changing the World – A Conference Report and a Look into the Future
With the accelerated global interest in MXenes, the fastest-growing family of 2D materials, Drexel University hosted the 3rd International Conference, MXenes: Changing the World. This vibrant conference is the only one in the US solely devoted to MXenes, and the presentations and discussions brought together a significant number of top researchers with students. However, dedicated conferences and an increasing number of symposia are popping up worldwide as more applications and adaptations of MXenes are discovered and developed. We see the impact of this material and embrace its momentum as we look to the future.
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- Award ID(s):
- 2416797
- PAR ID:
- 10617024
- Publisher / Repository:
- Springer Nature
- Date Published:
- Journal Name:
- Graphene and 2D Materials
- ISSN:
- 2731-6505
- Format(s):
- Medium: X
- Sponsoring Org:
- National Science Foundation
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