NanoPurify: Transforming Wastewater with Nanotech

This program introduces cutting-edge nanotechnology applications designed to tackle complex wastewater challenges. Participants will explore the mechanisms of nano-filtration, adsorption processes, and catalytic degradation, understanding how these technologies can be implemented to treat and reuse wastewater in various sectors effectively.

To provide environmental engineers, researchers, and sustainability professionals with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in applying nanotechnology to wastewater treatment, driving innovation and environmental sustainability.

Day 1: Dye Removal from Textile Dyeing Industry Wastewater Session 1: Introduction to Nanotechnology in Wastewater Treatment • Overview of Nanotechnology for Wastewater Treatment • Photocatalysis and Adsorption Methods for Wastewater Treatment Session 2: Physicochemical Characteristics of Textile Dyeing Industry Wastewater • Overview of Physicochemical Properties (pH, COD, BOD, TSS, etc.) • Impact of Untreated Textile Wastewater on the Environment • Analytical Techniques for Measuring Wastewater Characteristics Session 3: Selection of Dyes and Dye Characterization • Methylene Blue (Basic Blue 9) • Methyl Orange (Acid Orange 52) • Crystal Violet (Basic Violet 3) • Understanding the Environmental Impact of Dyes • Practical Session: Preparing Dye Solutions for Experimental Analysis Session 4: Selection and Synthesis of Functional Nanomaterials • Synthesis of Graphene Oxide/Titanium Dioxide (GO/TiO2), Graphene Oxide/Zinc Oxide (GO/ZnO) and Copper Oxide/Zinc Oxide-Tetrapods (CuO/ZnO-T) Nanocomposites • Characterization of GO/TiO2, GO/ZnO and CuO-ZnO-T Nanocomposites • Workshop: Laboratory Preparation of GO/TiO2, GO/ZnO and CuO-ZnO-T Nanocomposites Session 5: Performance Evaluation of Nanomaterials for Dye Removal • Designing and implementing Methylene Blue, Methyl Orange, and Crystal Violet Dyes Removal Experiments • Techniques for Measuring Dyes Concentration • Workshop: Setting Up and Conducting Dye Removal Experiments Day 2: Heavy Metal Ion Removal from Textile Dyeing and Oil Industry Wastewater Session 1: Understanding Heavy Metal Pollution • Sources and Impacts of Heavy Metal Ion Pollution in Industrial Wastewater • Focus on Hexavalent Chromium: Industrial Applications and Hazards • Case Studies: Real-World Incidents of Heavy Metal Pollution Session 2: Functional Nanomaterials for Heay Metal Ion Removal • Synthesis of CuO/ZnO-T and ZnO-T/AC Nanocomposites • Characterization of CuO/ZnO-T and ZnO-T/AC Nanocomposites • Workshop: Laboratory Preparation of CuO/ZnO-T and ZnO-T/AC Nanocomposites Session 3: Performance Evaluation of Nanomaterials for Heavy Metal Ion Removal • Designing and implementing Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI)) ions Removal Experiments • Techniques for Measuring Heavy Metal Ion Concentration • Workshop: Setting Up and Conducting Heavy Metal Ion Removal Experiments Session 4: Analyzing and Optimizing Performance • Data Collection and Statistical Analysis of Experiment Results Techniques for Measuring Heavy Metal Ion Concentration • Discussion: Factors Affecting the Efficiency of Heavy Metal Removal Day 3: Oil Removal from Oil Industry Wastewater Session 1: Understanding Oil Pollution • Sources and Impacts of Oil Pollution in Industrial Wastewater • Case Studies: Real-World Incidents of Oil Pollution Session 2: Functional Nanomaterials for Oil Removal • Synthesis of Polydimethylsiloxane@Zinc Oxide-Tetrapods@Iron Oxide-Nanorods • (PZF) Nanohybrid • Characterization of PZF Nanohybrid • Workshop: Laboratory Preparation of PZF Nanohybrid Session 3: Performance Evaluation of Nanomaterials for Oil Removal • Designing and Implementing Oil Removal Experiments • Techniques for Measuring Oil Concentration in Water • Workshop: Setting Up and Conducting Oil Removal Experiments Session 4: Analyzing and Optimizing Performance • Data Collection and Statistical Analysis of Experiment Results • Discussion: Factors Affecting the Efficiency of Oil Removal