During the last century, industrial activity has led to seriously levels of environmental pollutants worldwide. For example, trace metals are produced daily without an adequate treatment, turning water pollution one of the inherent consequences which leads to a long-term negative impact on nearby bodies of water and a foremost risk for illness and diseases (1-3). Therefore, the efficient removal of pollutants from water and wastewaters constitutes nowadays one of the most important environmental issues, and consequently, the development of efficient methodologies and materials for the decontamination of waters a central topic. In this communication, we will present the preparation and characterization of entirely bio-based nanostructured adsorbent films, based on nanofibrillated cellulose and lysozyme nanofibers, for the efficient removal of Hg(II) from natural waters.<br/>

Biosorbent films based on nanocellulose and lysozyme nanofibers for efficient removal of mercury (II) from natural waters

255th National Meeting (2018)

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