The extraction and separation performance of two amide-acid ligands toward actinides

Key Points

• This research aims to improve actinide separation efficiency for spent nuclear fuel reprocessing.
• Evaluated performance of two amide-acid ligands in actinide extraction and separation processes.
• Analyzed the environmental implications of these extraction methods.
• Compared the efficiency of ligands in laboratory settings.
• Demonstrated significant improvement in actinide separation rates using both ligands.
• Achieved an environmentally friendly approach to extraction with reduced waste production.