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Index
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Preface
Part One: Introduction: Change in Perspective due to Nanotechnology for Environmental Techniques and Devices
Chapter 1: Nanomaterials for Environmental Science: A Recent and Future Perspective
1.1 Introduction
1.2 The Aim and Objective of the Study
1.3 Scientific Vision and Cognizance in the Field of Nanotechnology
1.4 Frontiers of Nanotechnology and the Vision for the Future
1.5 The Vision and Advancements in the Field of Nanotechnology
1.6 Recent Scientific Endeavor in the Field of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
1.7 The Status of Environment Today
1.8 Environmental Sustainability: Its Vision for the Future
1.9 Technological Vision and Scientific Objective in the Field of Application of Nanomaterials
1.10 Recent Scientific Research Pursuit in the Field of Nanomaterials and its Applications
1.11 The Avenues Ahead in the Field of Nanotechnology Applications
1.12 Scientific Cognizance and Scientific Sagacity of Environmental Engineering
1.13 Nontraditional Environmental Engineering Techniques
1.14 Future Trends and Scientific Doctrine of Novel Separation Processes
1.15 Recent Scientific Research Pursuits in Membrane Science
1.16 Future Trends in Research and Development in Nanomaterials
1.17 Future Flow of Scientific Thoughts and the Scientific Progress
1.18 Conclusions
References
Chapter 2: Atomic-scale Study of Fullerene Molecules on Semiconductor Surfaces
2.1 Introduction
2.2 STM Study of C60 Adsorption on Solid Surface
2.3 C60F18 on Si(111)
2.4 C60F18 on Si(100)-2 × 1
2.5 C60F36 on Si(111)-7 × 7
2.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3: Recent Advances in Nanostructured Catalysts for Vehicle Exhaust Gas Treatment
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Diesel Oxidation Catalyst
3.3 Diesel Particulate Filter
3.4 Three-Way Catalysts
3.5 Selective Catalytic Reduction
3.6 Lean NOx Traps
3.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 4: Analytical Applications of Nanoscale Materials for Water Treatment: A Review
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Significance of Nanotechnology for Wastewater Purification
4.3 Classification of Nanoadsorbents
4.4 Analytical Applications
4.5 Concluding Remarks and Prospects
Abbreviations
Acknowledgment
References
Part Two: Carbon Nanomaterials for Environmental Devices and Techniques
Chapter 5: Carbon Nanomaterials-based Nanocomposite as Emerging Field for Pollution Control
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Carbon Nanotubes
5.3 CNT Sensors
5.4 Graphene
5.5 Fullerene
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 6: Nanocarbons in Agricultural Plants: Can be a Potential Nanofertilizer?
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Organic Carbon-Based Fertilizer as “Biochar”
6.3 Nanocarbons in Plant Growth
6.4 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 7: Adsorptive Removal of Antibiotics onto Graphene–Soy Protein Aerogel Composites from Aqeous Solution
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Experiment
7.3 Results and Discussion
7.4 Conclusions
References
Part Three: Functionalized Nanomaterial for Environmental Techniques
Chapter 8: Photocatalysis: Activity of Nanomaterials
8.1 Nanomaterials for Photocatalysis
8.2 Mechanism of Photocatalysis
8.3 Synthesis of Photocatalytic Materials
8.4 Phase Transition and Microstructure of Photocatalytic Materials
8.5 Optical and Magnetic Properties
8.6 Photocatalytic Activity
References
Chapter 9: Functionally Active Nanomaterials for Environmental Remediation
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Concept of Integral Environmental Pollutants
9.3 Purpose of Functionally Active Nanomaterials
9.4 Functionally Active Nanomaterials
9.5 Potential Methods for Environmental Remediation
9.6 Functionally Active Nanomaterials for Remediation of Environmental Pollutants
9.7 Conclusions and Future Directions
References
Chapter 10: Functionalized Nanomaterial for Environmental Techniques
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Nanomaterial-based Environmental Techniques
10.3 Limitations of Nanomaterials Used for Environmental Techniques
10.4 Methods of Nanomaterials' Functionalization
10.5 Nanomaterial–Functional Groups Bonding Types
10.6 Functionalization and Applications of Silica-based Nanomaterials
10.7 Functionalization and Applications of Carbonaceous Nanomaterials
10.8 Functionalization and Applications of Metal and Metal Compound Nanomaterials
10.9 Conclusions
References
Part Four: Nanoseparation Devices for Environment
Chapter 11: Comprehensive Treatment of Industrial Wastewater with Membrane Separation Technology: From Hybrid Process to Novel Devices
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Membrane and Membrane Process for Industrial Wastewater Treatment
11.3 Applications of Membrane Process for Wastewater Treatment and Comprehensive Recovery
11.4 Novel Devices for Process Intensification and Fouling Control
11.5 Conclusions and Perspective
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 12: A Review on the Advancements of Nanomembranes for Water Treatment
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Separation Mechanisms in Nanofiltration
12.3 Fabrication and Modification of Nanofiltration Membrane
12.4 Application to Water Treatment
12.5 Fouling
12.6 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 13: Manipulating Grouping Dynamics of Nanoscale Boron Particles as Basis for Environmentally Friendlier Combustion and Efficient Filtration
13.1 Boron Particles and Powders: A Review
13.2 Clustering of Particles in Oscillating Flow: From the Nanometric to the Hundred-micrometer Size Range
Acknowledgments
References
Part Five: Nano-Lab on Chip for Environment
Chapter 14: Nanosensor in Gas Monitoring: A Review
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Sensing Technologies in Petroleum Industries
14.3 Nanosensor Technology
14.4 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 15: Plasmonic Nanomaterials for SERS Detection of Environmental Pollutants
15.1 Introduction
15.2 About SERS
15.3 Environmental Pollution and SERS Detection
15.4 Plasmonic Materials for Raman Enhancement
15.5 Future Perspective
References
Part Six: Bionanomaterial-based Devices for Environment
Chapter 16: Bionanomaterials as Emerging Sensors in Environmental Management
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Electrochemical Sensors
16.3 Applications
16.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 17: Role of Bionanomaterial-Based Devices in Water Detoxification
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Classical Approaches of Metals
17.3 Biosynthesis of Nanoparticles
17.4 Characterization Techniques
17.5 Wastewater Remediation
17.6 Future Perspectives of Green Synthesized Nanoparticles
17.7 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 18: Nanocellulose as Promising Material for Environmental Applications
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Analytical Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
18.3 Connection of Analytical and Environmental Sciences
18.4 Nanocellulose
18.5 Different Formats of Nanocellulose-Based Sorptive Microextraction
18.6 Nanocellulose as Sensor of Contaminants
18.7 Promoting Crystallization in Gel Media
18.8 Conclusions
References
Chapter 19: Functionalized Nanomaterials for Pollution Abatement
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Preparation of Functionalized Nanomaterials
19.3 Application of Functionalized Nanomaterials in Pollution Abatement
19.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 20: Biopolymers: A Natural Support for Photocatalysts Applied to Pollution Remediation
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Biopolymers: Introduction and Definition of Terms
20.3 Immobilization of Photocatalysts on Supports
20.4 Survey of Biopolymer-Supported Photocatalysts for Pollution Remediation
20.5 Conclusions
Ackowledgments
References
Chapter 21: Bioinspired Nanocomposites for Adsorptive and Photo-Assisted Decontamination of Wastewater
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Composite and Nanocomposite Materials
21.3 Bioinspired Nanocomposite Materials
21.4 Environmental Application of Bioinspired Nanocomposites
21.5 Summary and Prospects
Acknowledgment
References
Part Seven: Toxicity, Economy, Legalization of Nanotechnology
Chapter 22: Economic Aspects of Functionalized Nanomaterials for Environment
22.1 Introduction
22.2 Carbon Nanomaterials for Environmental Devices and Techniques
22.3 Functionalized Nanomaterials for Environmental Techniques
22.4 Nanoseparation Device for Environment
22.5 Magnetic Nanomaterials for Environment
22.6 Bionanomaterial-Based Devices for Environment
22.7 Nano-Lab on a Chip for Environment
22.8 Toxicity, Economy, and Legalization of Nanotechnology
22.9 Nanotechnology: A Green and Sustainable Vision
22.10 Conclusions
References
Chapter 23: Engineered Nanoparticles' Toxicity: Environmental Aspects
23.1 Introduction
23.2 Distribution of Nanoparticles Based on Composition
23.3 Common Methods of Engineering of Nanoparticles
23.4 Toxicity Based on Physicochemical Properties of NPs
23.5 Toxicity of Some Widely Used ENPs to Environmental Organisms
23.6 Effect of ENP Toxicity on Plants
23.7 Effect of ENP Toxicity on Humans
23.8 Metal Toxicity Mechanism
23.9 Conclusions and Future Perspective
Acknowledgment
References
Part Eight: Nanotechnology: A Green and Sustainable Vision
Chapter 24: Nanotechnology: Key for Sustainable Future
24.1 Introduction
24.2 History
24.3 Methods of Preparation
24.4 Application of Nanotechnology for Sustainable Future
References
Chapter 25: Nanotechnology: Greener Approach for Sustainable Environment
25.1 Introduction
25.2 Classification of Nanomaterials
25.3 Synthesis of Nanoparticles
25.4 Applications of Green Nanotechnology
25.5 Prospects
25.6 Conclusions
References
Conclusions
References
Index
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