Tunable Wettability of a Dual-Faced Covalent Organic Framework Membrane for Enhanced Water Filtration.

ABSTRACT: Membrane technology plays a central role in advancing separation processes, particularly in water treatment. Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) have transformative potential in this field due to their adjustable structures and robustness. However, conventional COF membrane synthesis methods are often associated with challenges, such as time-consuming processes and limited control over surface properties. Our study demonstrates a rapid, microwave-assisted method to synthesize self-standing COF membranes within minutes. This approach allows control over the wettability of the surface and achieves superhydrophilic and near-hydrophobic properties. A thorough characterization of the membrane allows a detailed analysis of the membrane properties and the difference in wettability between its two

SUBMITTER: Benyettou F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11345768 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature