Nanomaterials for Air and Water Purification

A comprehensive primary resource for researchers interested in nanocomposites for environmental remediation

In Nanomaterials for Air and Water Purification, a team of distinguished researchers delivers an expert compilation of resources dealing with nano-based research for air and water remediation. The editors have included works by reputed researchers covering characterization, fabrication, and applications.

This book is intended as a primary reference for researchers in academia and industry to offer original insights into environmentally friendly polymers and their nanocomposites. It provides comprehensive discussions of the fundamentals, attributes, characteristics, and fabrication of the materials and composites relevant to these nanomaterials.

Readers will also find:

• Thorough introductions to electrospun nanofiber membranes for effective air filtration and nanocomposite air filter membranes
• Comprehensive explorations of photocatalytic materials and technologies for air purification
• Practical discussions of opportunities for improving and protecting water supplies with nanomaterials
• Fulsome treatments of polymeric membranes incorporated with metal or metal oxide nanoparticles for water purification

Perfect for environmental, polymer, and surface chemists, Nanomaterials for Air and Water Purification will also earn a place in the libraries of industry professionals with an interest in water and air purification.

Deepu A. Gopakumar, PhD, is an academic researcher currently working as a prestigious Chief Ministers Nava Kerala Post-Doctoral fellow at Cochin University of Science and Technology, India. His research of interest focuses on the varying technological applications of nanocellulose and its polymer composites. He has an h-index of 25 and co-authored more than 42 high quality international publications resulted in more than 2500 citations to his credit.

Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the Department of Science, Alliance University, Bengaluru. He has published more than 160 papers in high-quality international peer-reviewed journals on polymer nanocomposites, polymer blends, and biopolymers, published 100 book chapters, and has edited 40 books. He has received numerous awards and recognitions including the prestigious KMUTNB Best Researcher Award 2019, Alliance University Best Researcher Award 2023, Kerala State Award for the Best Young Scientist 2016, and INSPIRE Faculty Award 2011.

Jinu Jacob George, PhD, is a faculty member in the Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology, Cochin University of Science and Technology. He has co-authored over 25 peer-reviewed journal articles.

Midhun Dominic C.D., PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry, Sacred Heart College, Thevara Kochi. His research interests include the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials.