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View article: Activated Biocarbons Based on Salvia officinalis L. Processing Residue as Adsorbents of Pollutants from Drinking Water
Activated Biocarbons Based on Salvia officinalis L. Processing Residue as Adsorbents of Pollutants from Drinking Water Open
This study presents research on the production of activated biocarbons derived from herbal waste. Sage stems were chemically activated with two activating agents of different chemical natures—H3PO4 and K2CO3—and subjected to two thermal tr…
View article: Simultaneous determination of ionic polymers and heavy metal ions concentrations in aqueous solution after their adsorptive removal using eco-friendly activated biocarbons
Simultaneous determination of ionic polymers and heavy metal ions concentrations in aqueous solution after their adsorptive removal using eco-friendly activated biocarbons Open
Growing contamination of aquatic systems by industrial and domestic pollutants necessitates the development of efficient and sustainable wastewater treatment technologies. Activated biocarbons derived from renewable biomass sources have pr…
View article: Valorization of orange peels through the production of eco-friendly, highly effective adsorbents for herbicides based on one-step CO₂-activation under conventional/microwave heating
Valorization of orange peels through the production of eco-friendly, highly effective adsorbents for herbicides based on one-step CO₂-activation under conventional/microwave heating Open
View article: 46P Time to next treatment by age subgroup in patients (pts) with primary advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer (pA/rEC) in the ENGOT-EN6-NSGO/GOG-3031/RUBY trial
46P Time to next treatment by age subgroup in patients (pts) with primary advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer (pA/rEC) in the ENGOT-EN6-NSGO/GOG-3031/RUBY trial Open
View article: Innovative Amber-Based Composite—From Mechanochemical Synthesis and Physicochemical Characterization to Application in Cosmetics
Innovative Amber-Based Composite—From Mechanochemical Synthesis and Physicochemical Characterization to Application in Cosmetics Open
New ways of ensuring sustainable development in various areas of life are being intensively researched. One of the key priorities is to maximize the use of invaluable natural ingredients in cosmetic products while minimizing the negative i…
View article: New fruit waste-derived activated carbons of high adsorption performance towards metal, metalloid, and polymer species in multicomponent systems
New fruit waste-derived activated carbons of high adsorption performance towards metal, metalloid, and polymer species in multicomponent systems Open
The main aim of the study was to develop new fruit waste-derived activated carbons of high adsorption performance towards metals, metalloids, and polymers by the use of carbon dioxide (CO 2 )-consuming, microwave-assisted activation. The a…
View article: Production of activated biocarbons by microwave-assisted chemical activation of hardwood sawdust and their application in the simultaneous removal of polymers of different origins from aqueous systems
Production of activated biocarbons by microwave-assisted chemical activation of hardwood sawdust and their application in the simultaneous removal of polymers of different origins from aqueous systems Open
Sawdust from deciduous trees was used as a raw material for the preparation of carbonaceous adsorbents. Microwave-assisted chemical activation with K 2 CO 3 and H 3 PO 4 was used to produce materials with a well-developed porous structure.…
View article: Designing of fruit waste-derived activated carbon through CO2-consuming and microwave- assisted preparation to enhance and understand its adsorption performance towards metal, metalloid and polymer species
Designing of fruit waste-derived activated carbon through CO2-consuming and microwave- assisted preparation to enhance and understand its adsorption performance towards metal, metalloid and polymer species Open
The main aim of the study was to develop fruit waste-derived activated carbon of high adsorption performance towards metals, metalloids, and polymers by the use of CO2-consuming, microwave-assisted method. The authors investigat…
View article: Arsenate and cadmium ions removal from multicomponent solutions of ionic polymers using mesoporous activated biocarbons
Arsenate and cadmium ions removal from multicomponent solutions of ionic polymers using mesoporous activated biocarbons Open
Activated biocarbons (AC) obtained in the process of simultaneous pyrolysis and activation of lemon balm (LB) and mint (MT) herbs with H3PO4 were used to purify aqueous solutions of cadmium, arsenate, polyethylenimine (PEI) and poly(acryli…
View article: Editorial – “Special Collection: 30 Years of PIP” – Physicochemistry of Interfacial Phenomena
Editorial – “Special Collection: 30 Years of PIP” – Physicochemistry of Interfacial Phenomena Open
2023 marked the 30 th anniversary of the Section of Physicochemistry of Interfacial Phenomena (PIP) of the Polish Chemical Society (PCS). It was established in 1993 on the initiative of members of the Lublin Branch of PCS. On May 18 the sa…
View article: Removal of Organic Dyes, Polymers and Surfactants Using Carbonaceous Materials Derived from Walnut Shells
Removal of Organic Dyes, Polymers and Surfactants Using Carbonaceous Materials Derived from Walnut Shells Open
A series of new granular carbonaceous adsorbents was prepared via single-stage physical and chemical activation of walnut shells. Their suitability for removing various types of organic pollutants (represented by dyes, surfactants and wate…
View article: Research on Green Adsorbents
Research on Green Adsorbents Open
Adsorption processes play a crucial role in air purification, wastewater treatment, soil remediation technologies, noble metals recovery, and long-term energy storage systems [...]
View article: Investigation of Ionic Polymers’ Stabilizing and Flocculating Properties in Dispersed Activated Carbons Systems
Investigation of Ionic Polymers’ Stabilizing and Flocculating Properties in Dispersed Activated Carbons Systems Open
Activated carbons obtained via the thermochemical treatment of lemon balm and mint herbs were applied for ionic polymers adsorption, which directly affects the stability of these types of aqueous suspensions. The examined carbonaceous mate…
View article: Modification of stability properties of yttrium(III) oxide particles by simultaneous adsorption of poly(acrylic acid) and poly(ethylene glycol) for possible applications in wastewater treatment
Modification of stability properties of yttrium(III) oxide particles by simultaneous adsorption of poly(acrylic acid) and poly(ethylene glycol) for possible applications in wastewater treatment Open
The adsorption, electrokinetic and stability properties of yttrium(III) oxide—Y 2 O 3 in mixed solutions of macromolecular compounds were investigated. The interfacial behavior of poly(acrylic acid)-PAA and poly(ethylene glycol)—PEG in sin…
View article: Production of Mineral-Carbon Composites and Activated Carbons as a Method of Used Gear Oil, Ashes, and Low-Quality Brown Coals Management
Production of Mineral-Carbon Composites and Activated Carbons as a Method of Used Gear Oil, Ashes, and Low-Quality Brown Coals Management Open
The main objective of this study was to assess the usefulness of the low-quality brown coal, ash obtained as a result of its combustion, as well as used gear oil for the production of mineral-carbon adsorbents. The adsorbents were characte…
View article: The Influence of Oxidation and Nitrogenation on the Physicochemical Properties and Sorption Capacity of Activated Biocarbons Prepared from the Elderberry Inflorescence
The Influence of Oxidation and Nitrogenation on the Physicochemical Properties and Sorption Capacity of Activated Biocarbons Prepared from the Elderberry Inflorescence Open
The main objective of the study was to prepare a series of new activated biocarbons by means of physical and chemical activation of elderberry inflorescence. The influence of carbon matrix nitrogenation/oxidation on the physicochemical pro…
View article: Surface Treatment of Biochar—Methods, Surface Analysis and Potential Applications: A Comprehensive Review
Surface Treatment of Biochar—Methods, Surface Analysis and Potential Applications: A Comprehensive Review Open
In recent years, biochar has emerged as a remarkable biosourced material for addressing global environmental, agricultural, biomedical, and energy challenges. However, the performances of biochar rest in part on finely tuning its surface c…
View article: Carbon Adsorbents Obtained from Pistachio Nut Shells Used as Potential Ingredients of Drinking Water Filters
Carbon Adsorbents Obtained from Pistachio Nut Shells Used as Potential Ingredients of Drinking Water Filters Open
Water resources are increasingly degraded due to the discharge of waste generated in municipal, industrial and agricultural areas. Therefore, the search for new materials enabling the effective treatment of drinking water and sewage is cur…
View article: Surface Treatment of Biochar: Methods, Surface Analysis and Potential Applications. A Comprehensive Review
Surface Treatment of Biochar: Methods, Surface Analysis and Potential Applications. A Comprehensive Review Open
In the recent years, biochar has emerged as a remarkable biosourced material for addressing global environmental, agricultural, biomedical, and energy challenges. However, the performances of biochar rest in part on finely tuning its surfa…
View article: Used Filter Cartridges as Potential Adsorbents of Organic Pollutants
Used Filter Cartridges as Potential Adsorbents of Organic Pollutants Open
The main objective of this study was to assess the usefulness of exhausted activated carbon-based filter cartridges for the removal of organic pollutants from aqueous solutions using the example of two model pollutants: synthetic dyes with…
View article: Production of Activated Carbons from Food/Storage Waste
Production of Activated Carbons from Food/Storage Waste Open
This paper deals with the adsorption of organic and inorganic pollutants on the surface of carbonaceous adsorbents prepared via the chemical activation of expired or broken food products—the solid residue of the “cola-type” drink as well a…
View article: Accumulation of toxic Pb(II) ions by the iron-containing minerals in the presence of ionic polyacrylamide soil conditioner
Accumulation of toxic Pb(II) ions by the iron-containing minerals in the presence of ionic polyacrylamide soil conditioner Open
View article: Temperature Effect on Ionic Polymers Removal from Aqueous Solutions Using Activated Carbons Obtained from Biomass
Temperature Effect on Ionic Polymers Removal from Aqueous Solutions Using Activated Carbons Obtained from Biomass Open
The main aim of this study was the determination of temperature influence on adsorption mechanisms of anionic poly(acrylic acid) (PAA) and cationic polyethylenimine (PEI) on the surface of activated carbons (AC) obtained via chemical activ…
View article: Biochars and Activated Biocarbons Prepared via Conventional Pyrolysis and Chemical or Physical Activation of Mugwort Herb as Potential Adsorbents and Renewable Fuels
Biochars and Activated Biocarbons Prepared via Conventional Pyrolysis and Chemical or Physical Activation of Mugwort Herb as Potential Adsorbents and Renewable Fuels Open
The main objective of this study was to prepare a series of biochars and activated biocarbons via conventional pyrolysis as well as chemical or physical activation of solid residue after solvent extraction of wild growing plant (popular we…
View article: Study of thermal decomposition of hay-based activated biocarbons modified with nanolayers of ionic polyacrylamide
Study of thermal decomposition of hay-based activated biocarbons modified with nanolayers of ionic polyacrylamide Open
The thermal behaviour of hay-based activated carbons modified with adsorption nanolayers of ionic polymers were investigated. The anionic and cationic forms of polyacrylamides (PAM) with different contents of ionizable groups were applied.…
View article: Simultaneous Removal of Polymers with Different Ionic Character from Their Mixed Solutions Using Herb-Based Biochars and Activated Carbons
Simultaneous Removal of Polymers with Different Ionic Character from Their Mixed Solutions Using Herb-Based Biochars and Activated Carbons Open
Nettle and the sage herbs were used to obtain carbonaceous adsorbents. For the biochar preparation the precursors were dried and subjected to conventional pyrolysis. Activated carbons were obtained during precursor impregnation with phosph…
View article: Preparation of nitrogen-enriched pine sawdust-based activated carbons and their application for copper removal from the aquatic environment
Preparation of nitrogen-enriched pine sawdust-based activated carbons and their application for copper removal from the aquatic environment Open
In this research study, compressed pellets of pine wood sawdust were carbonized at a temperature of 600 °C and then physically activated at 800 °C to obtain activated carbons (ACs). Then, some of the samples were enriched with nitrogen by …
View article: Activated Biocarbons Obtained from Plant Biomass as Adsorbents of Heavy Metal Ions
Activated Biocarbons Obtained from Plant Biomass as Adsorbents of Heavy Metal Ions Open
This paper deals with the adsorption of heavy metal ions on the surface of carbonaceous materials obtained via the chemical activation of biomass. Waste plum stones, pine sawdust and horsetail herb were used as the precursors of carbonaceo…
View article: Removal of Organic Dyes from Aqueous Solutions by Activated Carbons Prepared from Residue of Supercritical Extraction of Marigold
Removal of Organic Dyes from Aqueous Solutions by Activated Carbons Prepared from Residue of Supercritical Extraction of Marigold Open
In the present work, we reported on the efficiency of the removal of organic dyes by adsorption on activated carbons prepared from the residue of supercritical extraction of marigold. The performance of adsorbents prepared was tested towar…
View article: Biochars and activated carbons as adsorbents of inorganic and organic compounds from multicomponent systems – A review
Biochars and activated carbons as adsorbents of inorganic and organic compounds from multicomponent systems – A review Open
Biochars are obtained by biomass pyrolysis, whereas activated carbon is a biochar that has undergone chemical or physical activation. Owing to the large surface area and easy surface modification both solids are widely applied as adsorbent…