Synthetic membranes featuring confined nanostructures have emerged as a prominent
category of leading materials that can selectively separate target ions from complex water …

Modern technology relies on an undisrupted supply of metals, yet many metals have limited
geological deposits. Recovering metals from wastewater and brine could augment metal …

Membranes with high ion permeability and selectivity are of considerable interest for
sustainable water treatment, resource extraction and energy storage. Herein, inspired by K+ …

Highly permeable polyamide (PA) membrane capable of precise ionic sieving can be
utilized for many energy-efficient chemical separations. To fulfill this target, it is crucial to …

Biological cell membranes can efficiently switch Na+/K+ selectivity in response to external
stimuli, but achieving analogous functions in a single artificial membrane is challenging …

Ion-exchange membranes (IEMs) are utilized in numerous established, emergent, and
emerging applications for water, energy, and the environment. This article reviews the five …

A new class of membranes that can separate ions of similar size and charge is highly
desired for resource recovery, water reuse and energy storage technologies. These …

To decarbonize our global energy system, sustainably harvesting metals from diverse
sourcewaters is essential. Membrane-based processes have recently shown great promise …

Nanofiltration (NF) membranes play a critical role in separation processes, necessitating an
in-depth understanding of their selective mechanisms. Existing NF models predominantly …

Specific-ion selectivity is a highly desirable feature for the next generation of membranes.
However, existing membranes rely on differences in charge, size and hydration energy …