Cellulose Nanomaterials in Water Treatment Technologies

Cellulose nanomaterials are naturally occurring with unique structural, mechanical and optical properties. While the paper and packaging, automotive, personal care, construction, and textiles industries have recognized cellulose nanomaterials' potential, we suggest cellulose nanomaterials have great untapped potential in water treatment technologies. In this review, we gather evidence of cellulose nanomaterials' beneficial role in environmental remediation and membranes for water filtration, including their high surface area-to-volume ratio, low environmental impact, high strength, functionalizability, and sustainability. We make direct comparison between cellulose nanomaterials and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) in…

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  National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

  Award: P42ES010356
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  Division of Biological Infrastructure

  Award: DBI-1266252
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  Division of Emerging Frontiers

  Award: EF-0830093