{"product_id":"biocomposite-materials-for-wastewater-remediation-preparation-properties-and-applications-hardback-9781394246458","title":"Biocomposite Materials for Wastewater Remediation; Preparation, Properties, and Applications (Hardback) 9781394246458","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eBiocomposite Materials for Wastewater Remediation\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003ePreparation, Properties, and Applications\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eRachid Bouhfid (Edited by), R Bouhfid (Author), Nadia Zari (Edited by), Abou el kacem Qaiss (Edited by)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394246458, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 21 May 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e592 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.9 x 15.2 x 3.1 cm, 1.043 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplores biocomposite materials for sustainable wastewater treatment and advanced environmental applications\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe growing demand for sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective wastewater treatment solutions underscores the importance of biocomposite materials as a next-generation technology. Derived from renewable resources and enhanced with nanomaterials or functional additives, biocomposites combine biodegradability, affordability, and high performance in removing contaminants such as dyes, heavy metals, organic compounds, and pathogens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBiocomposite Materials for Wastewater Remediation: Preparation, Properties, and Applications\u003c\/i\u003e examines how biocomposite materials are designed and optimized as adsorbents, photocatalysts, and membranes for diverse water treatment scenarios. With contributions from global experts across chemistry, materials science, and environmental engineering, the text addresses both the technical and practical aspects of biocomposites, including physicochemical and mechanical properties, treatment mechanisms, and scalability. In-depth chapters also review major challenges—such as durability, reusability, and integration into industrial wastewater systems—while highlighting strategies to overcome current limitations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIlluminating the current state of the field and pointing to future directions in sustainable water treatment, this book: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers the synthesis, modification, and functionalization of bio-based composites for water remediation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides detailed characterization techniques for assessing structural, mechanical, and adsorption properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReviews the comparative advantages of biocomposites versus conventional treatment materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures real-world case studies addressing performance gaps and scaling challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscusses potential for industrial deployment and long-term environmental benefits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmphasizing the vital role of biocomposites in the evolving toolkit for addressing water pollution, this title is an essential reference for graduate and postgraduate students in environmental science, chemical engineering, and materials science, particularly in courses such as Environmental Remediation Technologies, Polymer Composites, and Water Treatment Engineering. It is also a valuable resource for wastewater engineers, polymer chemists, and effluent treatment plant specialists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eList of Contributors xix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xxv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Natural-Fiber-Based Biocomposites for Wastewater Treatment 1\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eSoulaima Chkirida and Rachid Bouhfid\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1 Introduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2 Overview of Natural Fibers 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3 Natural-Fiber-Based Biocomposites 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4 Application of Natural-Fiber-Based Biocomposites in Wastewater Treatment 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5 Sustainability Assessment and Life Cycle Assessment 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.6 Research Gaps and Areas for Improvement 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.7 Conclusion 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Synthesis and Characterization of Chitosan Biopolymer Material for Application in Wastewater Treatment via Adsorption 27\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eZeynep Ciğeroğlu, Noureddine El Messaoudi, Youssef Miyah, Zeynep Mine Şenol, Yaser Açıkbaş, Abdelaziz El Mouden, and Abdellah Lacherai\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1 Introduction 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2 Synthesis of Chitosan Biopolymer 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3 Characterization and Mechanical Proprieties of Chitosan Biopolymer 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4 Wastewater Treatment Application via Adsorption 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5 Conclusion 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Cellulose Nanomaterials: From Extraction to Wastewater Remediation 67\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eNusrat Zahan Ramesha, Abdullah Al Jobair, and Md Enamul Hoque\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1 Introduction 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2 Cellulose Nanomaterials 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3 Extraction of Cellulose Nanomaterials 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4 Properties of Cellulose Nanomaterials 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5 Cellulose Nanomaterials for Wastewater Remediation 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.6 Challenges and Opportunities Associated with CN 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.7 Environmental Impacts 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.8 Conclusions and Future Prospects 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Biochar-Based Biocomposites for Wastewater Treatment 121\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eAziz Ihammi, Nadia Zari, and Rachid Bouhfid\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1 Introduction 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2 Wastewater and Wastewater Treatment 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3 Biochar: Definition and Properties 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4 Methods of Biochar Production 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.5 Biochar Biocomposites Application in Wastewater Treatment 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.6 Removal of Contaminants from Wastewater by Biochar-Based Biocomposites 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.7 Factors Affecting the Adsorption Performance of Biochar Biocomposites 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.8 Challenges and Limitations 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.9 Conclusion 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Lignin Valorization as Biopolymer in Wastewater Treatment 151\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eBrener Felipe Melo Lima Gomes, André Luís Rossoni Ferreira, and Leandro Vinícius Alves Gurgel\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1 Introduction 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2 Lignin Structure and Characteristics 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3 Lignin-Based Materials for Removal of Pollutants from Wastewater 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4 Technology Readiness Level and Techno-Economic Implications of Producing Activated Carbon from Lignin 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.5 Research Opportunities and Future Perspectives 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Alginate-TiO 2 Composite: Formulation and Optimization for Wastewater Treatment 173\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eSadia Khalid, Anca Mazare, and Amara Nasir\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.1 Introduction 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2 Alginate-Based Nano-Biosorbents (ANBs) 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.3 Alginate-TiO 2 Composites (ATCs): Design and Application 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.4 Limitations and Stability Concerns of ATCs 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5 Conclusion and Future Perspectives 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Cellulose Nanocrystalline Biocomposites Applications in Wastewater Treatment 199\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eSadia Khalid, Asiya Gul, and Tania Ali\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1 Introduction 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2 Nanocellulose 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.3 Wastewater Treatment by Nanocellulose Biocomposites 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.4 Challenges and Limitations 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.5 Conclusion and Future Perspectives 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Graphene Bionanocomposites: Preparation and Applications in Wastewater Remediation 231\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eP. K. Praseetha, R. Shalini, K. Ravichandran, M. Varshini, A. Viji, and A. R. Umayal Sundari\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.1 Introduction 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2 Preparation Methods 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.3 Graphene Bionanocomposites Applications in Wastewater Treatment 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Lignocellulosic Biocomposite Adsorbents for Removal of Pollutants from Urban Waste 255\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eFanqing Meng, Yinglong Wang, Hongwei Xu, Xiaxia Chen, Chao Liu, Ranran Wei, Xiaoying Zhang, and Xuewen Wei\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.1 Introduction 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.2 Application and Mechanism Study of Composite Materials in Wastewater Treatment 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3 Conclusion 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Magnetic Biocomposites for Wastewater Remediation 287\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eFeihu Li and Mengyu Ma\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.1 Introduction 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.2 Magnetic Biocomposite: Synthesis Strategy and Characterization Methodology 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3 Approaches to Evaluate the Performance of Magnetic Biocomposites 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4 Applications in Wastewater Remediation 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5 Conclusions 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Alginate Biocomposite Materials: Development and Application in Wastewater Treatment 319\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eCongfei Yao, Junkai Zhang, Yilei Ding, and Chunguang Chen\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1 Introduction 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2 Modification and Preparation of Alginate Biocomposites 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.3 Application of Alginate Biocomposites in Wastewater Treatment 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4 Conclusion and Prospects 340\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 342\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Chitosan\/Clay Membranes for Heavy Metals Removal 351\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eIsmaila Olalekan Saheed and Faiz Bukhari Mohd Suah\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1 Introduction 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2 Chitosan\/Clay Membrane 364\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3 Application of Chitosan\/Clay Membranes for Heavy Metals Removal 368\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.4 Conclusion 369\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 370\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Cellulose-Based Composite Membranes for Pollutants Elimination 379\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbdelhay El Amri, Nadia Zari, and Rachid Bouhfid\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.1 Introduction 379\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2 Cellulose: Structure and Surface Chemistry 380\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.3 Microfibrillated Cellulose (MFC) and Cellulose Nanocrystals (CNCs) 382\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4 Chemical Surface Modifications of Nanocellulose 384\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.5 The Use of Nanocellulose as a Membrane Material 390\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.6 Potential of Nanocellulose-Based Membranes in Large-Scale Water Treatment 400\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.7 Challenges and Prospects for Nanocellulose-Based Membrane 402\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.8 Conclusion and Outlook 404\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Alginate Nanocomposite Membranes for Wastewater Treatment 411\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eVandana Patyal, Prashant Mahajan, and Dipika Jaspal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.1 Introduction of Alginate 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.2 Synthesis of Alginate Membranes 413\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3 Wastewater Treatment 414\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4 Conclusion 426\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 426\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 Photocatalytic Photothermal Membranes for Microbial Wastewater Remediation 433\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eLaila Noureen, Nadeem Muhammad, Noureddine El Messaoudi, Bushra Iqbal, and Muhammad Tayyab\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.1 Introduction 433\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.2 Types of Photocatalytic Photothermal Membranes 436\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3 Factors Effecting Efficiency of Photocatalytic Photothermal Membranes 439\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.4 Applications of Photocatalytic Photothermal Membranes 442\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.5 Conclusion and Outlook 446\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 447\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Nanocellulose Biocomposite Membranes for Wastewater Treatment 453\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eSubhrata Dutta, Sathish Kumar Palaniappan, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, and Suchart Siengchin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.1 Introduction 453\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.2 Characteristics and Classification of Nanocellulose 454\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.3 Membrane Fabrication Techniques 457\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.4 Applications in Wastewater Treatment 459\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.5 Environmental Impact 462\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.6 Conclusions 463\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 463\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e17 Wastewater Treatment Plants Based on Biocomposite Materials 469\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbdeladim Oulguidoum, Rachid Bouhfid, and Nadia Zari\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.1 Introduction 469\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.2 Global Water Crisis and Wastewater Management 470\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.3 Biocomposite Materials in the Management of Wastewater 478\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.4 Conclusion, Challenges, and Future Recommendations 491\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 492\u003c\/p\u003e 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