H.U. Modekwe - Böcker

Biomass-based Smart Nanomaterials: Transforming Biomass Wastes to Advanced Materials for Environmental Remediation covers various aspects of biomass-derived smart nanomaterials, from properties and preparation methods to environmental applications and lifecycle assessment. The book starts with an introduction to the fundamentals of materials’ preparation and innovative developments in the synthesis of a wide range of nanomaterials, highlighting sustainable production trends and green synthesis methods. Next, the book's chapters focus on environmental applications, including water treatment, sustainable environmental remediation, and the utilization of smart nanomaterials for wastewater treatment and freshwater generation.The book also discusses lifecycle assessments, techno-economic analyses, and future research directions, offering insights into the scalability, market size, and impact of biomass-based smart nanomaterials. This reference is a valuable resource for researchers, academics, and professionals working in the fields of nanotechnology, materials science, environmental science, and waste management who are interested in the transformation of biomass wastes into advanced materials for environmental remediation.Highlights recent advancements in green synthesis technologies for transforming biomass into smart nanomaterialsDiscusses the design and fabrication of environmentally-friendly smart nanomaterials with enhanced functionalities, taking into account impacts on the environmentExplores the economic and environmental benefits of recycling and managing biomass and biomass waste