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This review aims to analyze advanced membrane technologies for the removal of microplastics and emerging contaminants in wastewater.

February 21, 2026EnvironmentsOpen Access

Membrane Technologies at the Frontier: A Review of Advanced Solutions for Microplastics and Emerging Contaminants in Wastewater

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This review aims to analyze advanced membrane technologies for the removal of microplastics and emerging contaminants in wastewater.
Comprehensive literature review of contemporary membrane-based techniques.
Analysis of removal efficacy and recovery potential of different membranes.
Discussion on the mechanisms of size exclusion, adsorption, and biodegradation.
Evaluation of fouling types affecting membrane performance and operational efficiency.
Membrane fouling significantly impacts operational efficiency and increases energy costs.
Different types of fouling, such as cake formation and scaling, contribute to membrane degradation.
The physicochemical properties of microplastics influence membrane performance.
Future developments in intelligent membranes and AI monitoring systems are essential for sustainability.

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This review highlights membrane technologies' effectiveness for reducing microplastics and contaminants in wastewater, suggesting significant improvements are needed for sustainable treatment.

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Tayeh et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69994c4b873532290d020a0e https://doi.org/10.3390/environments13020118

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This review highlights membrane technologies' effectiveness for reducing microplastics and contaminants in wastewater, suggesting significant improvements are needed for sustainable treatment.

Membrane Technologies at the Frontier: A Review of Advanced Solutions for Microplastics and Emerging Contaminants in Wastewater

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Membrane Technologies at the Frontier: A Review of Advanced Solutions for Microplastics and Emerging Contaminants in Wastewater

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