Recent Advances in Metal-Organic Framework Membranes for Water Decontamination

Dear Colleagues,

It is with great pleasure that I, in partnership with Membranes, extend a cordial invitation for your contributions to the forthcoming Special Issue titled “Recent Advances in Metal-Organic Framework Membranes for Water Decontamination”. This field represents a multifaceted domain where membrane science and technology converge with disciplines such as materials science, (bio)chemistry, and manufacturing methodologies to engineer membranes tailored for a myriad of applications. Predominantly, these membranes have been instrumental in separation processes, acting as selective barriers at the interface of phases, thereby controlling the permeation or exclusion of various entities under defined conditions. This functionality is particularly pivotal in the realm of liquid separations and water treatment, where membranes offer a sustainable alternative to traditional methods. Their benefits include the elimination of thermal energy and additives, heightened capital efficiency, and a diminished ecological footprint. Additionally, the inherent flexibility of membrane technology allows for scalable and modular solutions.

However, the journey toward optimizing membrane-based separation is not without its challenges, including enhancing durability, addressing fouling, and navigating the intricate balance between permeability and selectivity.

This Special Issue is dedicated to encapsulating a comprehensive spectrum of topics related to membranes in liquid separation and water treatment. These encompass the following: (1) functionalized or parent metal–organic framework materials; (2) the synthesis and physicochemical characterization of membranes; (3) procedural and configurational methodologies; (4) the elucidation of separation mechanisms; (5) the rigorous assessment of performance metrics; (6) the utilization of computational models (for instance, atomistic, kinetic, or computational fluid dynamics) and simulations; and (7) the exploration of practical, industrial applications. I warmly welcome the submission of original research papers, succinct communications, and critical review articles that align with the journal's stated objectives and thematic breadth.

I eagerly anticipate your scholarly contributions and remain hopeful that your research endeavors will significantly enrich this Special Issue.

Dr. Ranadip Goswami
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

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• MOF membranes
• mixed-matrix material
• polymer grafting
• liquid separations
• water and wastewater treatment