Enhancing the durability and chlorine-resistance of thin-film composite polyamide membrane via redox-initiated graft polymerisation with ascorbic acid and antibacterial ZnO nanoparticles

Key Points

• Chlorine-resistance and durability of polyamide membranes improved significantly with specific treatments, enhancing performance.
• Increased resistance observed with graft polymerisation using ascorbic acid and zinc oxide nanoparticles, contributing to longevity.
• Experimental analysis revealed structural enhancements through redox-initiated graft polymerisation techniques for membrane applications.
• Results indicate important implications for water treatment applications, indicating possible cost-savings in membrane replacement.