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Metal pollution in water bodies poses a severe risk to human health, agriculture, and biodiversity. Existing remediation methods are often costly, energy-intensive, and unsustainable, limiting their accessibility in resource- constrained regions. Our research bridges this gap by developing a nature- based, cost-effective, and bio-filter based filtration system using plant-derived biopolymers, providing an affordable and sustainable solution for communities affected by metal contamination.
This project directly contributes to:
Public Health & Safety – Reducing toxic metal exposure to prevent neurological, cardiovascular, and developmental disorders.
Clean Drinking Water – Enhancing water purification efforts in contaminated regions, particularly benefiting coastal and rural communities.
Empowering Communities – Providing an accessible and eco-friendly alternative to costly industrial filtration systems, encouraging community- driven environmental & healthcare action.
A First-of-Its-Kind Solution in Our Domain
Our research stands at the intersection of synthetic biology, environmental sustainability, and bioengineering, making it a pioneering effort in metal remediation. Unlike conventional filtration techniques, which rely on chemical treatments and synthetic materials, our approach harnesses plant-derived bioactive compounds and biopolymer integration, offering:
A Natural & Sustainable Filtration System – Utilising plant proteins with inherent metal capturing abilities, for metal sequestration.
Scalability & Affordability – Developing a low-cost solution suitable for both industrial and community-level applications.
Interdisciplinary Innovation – Merging biotechnology, material science, and environmental engineering to create a holistic approach to water purification.
By pioneering this bio filter based filtration system, we set a precedent for future research, paving the way for scalable, sustainable, and globally impactful solutions in environmental remediation.
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