Lipase-modulated porous hydrophilic polyurethane foam coated with Fe3+-tannic acid for high-performance and mechanically robust solar-driven seawater desalination

Key Points

• The novel polyurethane foam achieves effective desalination, with significant enhancement attributed to lipase modulation and Fe3+-tannic acid coating.
• Desalination efficiency reportedly reaches up to 90%, indicating a promising solution for addressing water scarcity issues in coastal regions.
• Analysis utilized tailored porous hydrophilic foam, integrating lipase and Fe3+-tannic acid to improve mechanical stability and performance under solar energy.
• This approach highlights potential for sustainable water purification methods, although further studies are needed to validate results in real-world settings.