Covalently bonded nanofiltration membranes with enhanced interlayer stability and back-flush resistance

Key Points

• Enhanced interlayer stability improves the overall durability of the membranes, impacting their longevity.
• Covalent bonding techniques applied in this study increase back-flush resistance, leading to better membrane maintenance.
• Nanofiltration membranes tested under various conditions showed significant improvements in filtration efficiency and operational stability.
• The findings have implications for sustainable water purification technologies and industrial applications.