COMMITTEE CHAIR: Dr. Gururaj Neelgund
COMMITTEE CO-CHAIR: Dr. Raghava Kommalapati
TITLE: COMBINED HYBRID CERAMIC MEMBRANES FOR ELIMINATING MICRO AND NANO PLASTICS FROM WASTEWATER
ABSTRACT: A significant challenge in sustaining modern society is ensuring an adequate and high-quality water supply to meet the diverse needs of various specialized sectors. As a resolution to this challenge, the membrane treatment method is expected to become increasingly crucial in multiple areas, including drinking water, seawater desalination, and wastewater management. Microfiltration (MF) and nanofiltration (NF) are membrane technologies widely used in water treatment and desalination for several decades. Their widespread adoption can be attributed to their advantages over comparable technologies, including cost-effectiveness and compliance with environmental regulations. Membrane-based separation techniques utilize no chemicals and provide decreased energy consumption. This thesis summarizes recent scientific progress in eliminating microplastics (MP) from Prairie View A&M University wastewater treatment utilizing membrane-based technologies. The conversation covered multiple facets, including the progression of microplastic duration over time and their involvement in diverse conditions. The investigation also analyzed alternative strategies utilized for the removal of MP.
Keywords: Wastewater, ceramic membrane, anaerobic digestion, microplastics, nanoplastics
Room Location: E.E. O’Banion Science Building, Room 203