Have you ever wondered how we can make oil and water separate quickly and cleanly? Scientists have created a special kind of membrane that can do just that! This membrane is like a 3D sponge made from small molecules linked together. It's also really good at attracting oil (oil-loving, technically s
China is facing a double whammy: water scarcity and excess greenhouse gases. Guess who’s a major culprit? Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs)! They guzzle up water and belch out greenhouse gases. The tricky part? These two are connected, like a vicious cycle. Scientists in China’s Yellow River Basin
When it comes to treating water filled with harmful pollutants, there are a few methods that have been around for a while and some newer ones that are gaining attention. Two of the older methods are burning the waste, known as incineration, and using a process called Sequencing Batch Reactor Activat
Microplastics, tiny plastic particles, are a growing concern in our oceans. They can hurt sea creatures and pollute our waters. Scientists are now focusing on the smaller ones, less than 300 micrometers, because we don't know much about them. This study compared two filter pumps, the AAU-UFO and KCD
Imagine a water model like WaSiM-ETH thriving in the hilly regions, but it's the flatlands of Northern Germany where it stole the show. While it handled slight inclines with ease, the model faced some bumps in completely flat areas. The key to its success? Understanding how different soil types and
Ever heard of a fish that gets stronger when the water warms up? Meet the cunner fish, a small but mighty creature with a special trick up its fins. Unlike most fish, the cunner's jaw muscles become supercharged as the water temperature rises. This isn't just fascinating, but it also tells us a lot
Picture this: cleaning up oil wastewater in a simpler way. Typically, you'd use two methods - adsorption and flotation. But scientists in Brazil decided to combine these into one. They created a special material called biochar and tested it on real oil wastewater from local wells. This new method pr
Water is a big deal in Vietnam, especially for farmers. A new study in the Mekong Delta shows laser land leveling (LLL) can save a lot of water. Farmers using LLL can save up to 20% more water compared to traditional methods. That’s like having more water for everyone! But is it all sunshine and ra
You know how some industries, like pharmaceuticals and plastics, release harmful chemicals called phenols into water? Detecting these pollutants is tricky and usually requires expensive methods and skilled people. Enter the affordable, easy-to-use paper strips! These strips, made from simple filter
Dengue fever has hit record levels in the Americas, with Brazil seeing the most cases. But how can we better track this virus? Scientists have looked into a interesting approach: tracing the virus in urine and saliva of infected people. This could revolutionize how we monitor dengue outbreaks. Imag
