Materials to the rescue: Science to combat water pollution

Authors

  • María Fernanda Ramírez Ayala Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Hidalgo, México. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0705-324X
  • Brayan Javier Lorenzano Hernández Departamento de Nanociencias y Nanotecnología, CINVESTAV, CDMX, México.
  • Azdrubal Lobo Guerrero Serrano Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Hidalgo, México.

Keywords:

Water contamination, materials science, environmental sustainability

Abstract

Water is essential for life on our planet. However, human activity has caused large amounts of pollutants to reach freshwater bodies around the world, affecting both people and ecosystems. To combat this problem, scientists are developing new materials and technologies, such as modified bacteria for bioremediation, zeolites for adsorption, and photocatalysts like iron oxides to break down pollutants under sunlight. These advances seek to improve water quality and make cleaning processes faster, more efficient, and accessible for use in various regions.

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2024-12-06

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Ramírez Ayala, M. F., Lorenzano Hernández, B. J., & Guerrero Serrano, A. L. (2024). Materials to the rescue: Science to combat water pollution. Revista De divulgación científica IBIO, 7(1), 196. Retrieved from http://revistaibio.com/ojs33/index.php/main/article/view/196

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Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025): Microorganisms at your service

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