{"id":681167,"date":"2025-07-23T16:30:25","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T13:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/novel-material-efficiently-removes-forever-chemicals\/"},"modified":"2025-07-23T16:30:25","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T13:30:25","slug":"novel-material-efficiently-removes-forever-chemicals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/novel-material-efficiently-removes-forever-chemicals\/","title":{"rendered":"Novel material efficiently removes &#8216;forever chemicals&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a27811321540\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a27811321540\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/novel-material-efficiently-removes-forever-chemicals\/#Key_technological_breakthroughs\" >Key technological breakthroughs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-gallery lightGallery\">\n<div data-thumb=\"https:\/\/scx1.b-cdn.net\/csz\/news\/tmb\/2025\/novel-material-efficie-1.jpg\" data-src=\"https:\/\/scx2.b-cdn.net\/gfx\/news\/2025\/novel-material-efficie-1.jpg\" data-sub-html=\"Schematic illustration of the synthesis of UiO-66-N(CH&lt;sub&gt;3&lt;\/sub&gt;)&lt;sub&gt;3&lt;\/sub&gt;&lt;sup&gt;+&lt;\/sup&gt;, adsorption of PFOA via ion exchange, and IDA-based fluorescent sensor for PFOA. Credit: &lt;i&gt;Journal of Materials Chemistry C&lt;\/i&gt; (2025). DOI: 10.1039\/D5TC01765C\">\n<figure class=\"article-img\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/scx1.b-cdn.net\/csz\/news\/800a\/2025\/novel-material-efficie-1.jpg\" alt=\"Novel material efficiently removes 'forever chemicals'\" title=\"Schematic illustration of the synthesis of UiO-66-N(CH3)3+, adsorption of PFOA via ion exchange, and IDA-based fluorescent sensor for PFOA. Credit: Journal of Materials Chemistry C (2025). DOI: 10.1039\/D5TC01765C\" width=\"800\" height=\"461\"\/><figcaption class=\"text-darken text-low-up text-truncate-js text-truncate mt-3\">\n                Schematic illustration of the synthesis of UiO-66-N(CH<sub>3<\/sub>)<sub>3<\/sub><sup>+<\/sup>, adsorption of PFOA via ion exchange, and IDA-based fluorescent sensor for PFOA. Credit: <i>Journal of Materials Chemistry C<\/i> (2025). DOI: 10.1039\/D5TC01765C<br \/>\n            <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>University of Utah researchers have developed a material that addresses an urgent environmental challenge: the real-time detection and efficient removal of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a toxic and persistent member of the PFAS &#8220;forever chemicals&#8221; family, from contaminated water.<\/p>\n<p>In an industry-funded study <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/xlink.rsc.org\/?DOI=D5TC01765C\" target=\"_blank\">published<\/a> in the <i>Journal of Materials Chemistry C<\/i>, Ling Zang, professor in the College of Engineering&#8217;s Department of Materials <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/sciencee\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"5\" title=\"Science\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Science<\/a> and Engineering, and his research team introduced a dual-functional metal-organic framework (MOF) known as UiO-66-N(CH\u2083)\u2083\u207a, a zirconium-based material known for its thermal and chemical stability.<\/p>\n<p>This new MOF demonstrates exceptional capabilities in both PFOA adsorption and fluorescence-based detection; the MOF literally lights up when it binds to the pollutant, making it easier to quantify the scale of the problem and the rate and efficiency of re<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">media<\/a>tion. The MOF also exhibits excellent reusability, as tested through repeated adsorption\u2013desorption cycles. After each adsorption, the material could be readily regenerated by simple washing.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This MOF represents a major leap forward for PFAS remediation,&#8221; said Rana Dalapati, the study&#8217;s lead author and postdoctoral researcher in the Zang Research Group. &#8220;Its ability to both selectively capture and sensitively detect PFOA in real time makes it a versatile and practical solution for water treatment and environmental monitoring.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>This work builds on <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/pubs.acs.org\/doi\/10.1021\/acsami.4c03389\" target=\"_blank\">past research<\/a> from the Zang lab that created a porous material that fluoresces in the presence of PFAS.<\/p>\n<p>A prominent subset of this group of fluorine-based compounds, PFOA is a synthetic chemical with water and stain-resistant properties and has commonly been used in non-stick cookware, firefighting foam and other products. The material, which does not break down in the environment, has leached into groundwater, raising public health concerns.<\/p>\n<p>Detecting and mitigating PFOA and other PFAS contamination has become a priority for many environmental quality agencies, and Zang&#8217;s breakthroughs could help.<\/p>\n<p>UiO-66-N(CH\u2083)\u2083\u207a features fluorescent tags that turn on once PFOA is captured inside the MOF&#8217;s molecular cage.<\/p>\n<p>Zang&#8217;s team constructed their MOF by modifying another widely studied metal-organic framework, known as UiO-66-NH\u2082, a material recognized for its high porosity and potential in water treatment <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>lications. However, when applied to removal of PFOA, the adsorption capacity of UiO-66-NH\u2082 is limited due to weak binding interactions.<\/p>\n<p>To address this limitation, the researchers incorporated quaternary ammonium groups that enhance electrostatic interactions with PFOA, resulting in a 3.4-fold increase in adsorption capacity compared to the parent UiO-66-NH\u2082 framework. These cationic groups also work synergistically with the MOF&#8217;s metal-binding sites, achieving high selectivity and efficiency in contaminant capture.<\/p>\n<p>The success of this approach underscores the power of post-synthetic modification in MOF design, opening the door to the development of next-generation multifunctional materials with tailored performance for specific environmental contaminants.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_technological_breakthroughs\"><\/span>Key technological breakthroughs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Record-High Adsorption Capacity:<\/b> UiO-66-N(CH\u2083)\u2083\u207a achieves a maximum PFOA adsorption capacity of 1178 mg\/g, as determined by Langmuir isotherm modeling, far surpassing conventional sorbents such as activated carbon and unmodified MOFs. This sets a new benchmark for PFOA uptake in the field.<\/li>\n<li><b>Ultra-Fast Removal Performance:<\/b> Thanks to its highly porous, interconnected structure, the MOF removes nearly 100% of PFOA from 50 ppb aqueous solutions within 5 minutes. This sort of rapid treatment is crucial for real-world applications.<\/li>\n<li><b>High Selectivity and Salt Tolerance:<\/b> The MOF exhibits strong selectivity for PFOA even in the presence of other PFAS compounds, salts, and natural organic matter, ensuring reliable performance in complex environmental conditions.<\/li>\n<li><b>Robust Reusability:<\/b> The material maintains over 93% adsorption capacity after five regeneration cycles, making it both cost-effective and environmentally sustainable.<\/li>\n<li><b>Integrated Fluorescent Sensing for Real-Time Monitoring:<\/b> Beyond removal, UiO-66-N(CH\u2083)\u2083\u207a functions as a highly sensitive &#8220;turn-on&#8221; fluorescent sensor for PFOA using an indicator displacement assay (IDA). This enables real-time, on-site quantification of PFOA concentrations, offering a user-friendly and rapid alternative to traditional lab-based techniques.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"article-main__more p-4\">\n<p><strong>More information:<\/strong><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRana Dalapati et al, Dual-functional metal\u2013organic framework for efficient removal and fluorescent detection of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) from water, <i>Journal of Materials Chemistry C<\/i> (2025). <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" data-doi=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1039\/D5TC01765C\" target=\"_blank\">DOI: 10.1039\/D5TC01765C<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"d-inline-block text-medium mt-4\">\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tProvided by<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUniversity of Utah<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"icon_open\" href=\"http:\/\/www.utah.edu\/portal\/site\/uuhome\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<use href=\"https:\/\/phys.b-cdn.net\/tmpl\/v6\/img\/svg\/sprite.svg#icon_open\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- print only --><\/p>\n<div class=\"d-none d-print-block\">\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>Citation<\/strong>:<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNovel material efficiently removes &#8216;forever chemicals&#8217; (2025, July 23)<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tretrieved 23 July 2025<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfrom https:\/\/phys.org\/<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/news\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"2\" title=\"News\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">news<\/a>\/2025-07-material-efficiently-chemicals.html\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t <\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t This document is subject to copyright. 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