Synthesis of new materials

Challenges in the separation of critical raw materials from several sources shed light on the development of new materials designed to face several applications, including mining waste, low-grade ores, e-waste, and industrial/municipal wastewater. The use of residues for the synthesis of new adsorbents is well-stated in literature, but the application for real wastewater and the knowledge for large scale is still lacking. Green materials can be used to design polymeric membranes for electric-driven force separation and promoting a better supply chain and low price.

1. Synthesis of zeolites and nanomaterials from mining waste

2. Synthesis of new polymeric membranes

3. Use of green reagents for membranes synthesis

4. Supported liquid membranes and polymer inclusion membranes

5. Synthesis of biomaterials for wastewater treatment

6. Organic waste-based adsorbents for mining wastewater treatment