Magnetic Nanoferrites and their Composites: Environmental and Biomedical Applications addresses recent developments in this important research field. The book covers the latest synthesis and fabrication techniques, properties, characterization and multifunctional biomedical and environmental applications. Chapters provide cutting-edge research while addressing the latest scenarios, recent developments, future aspects, and challenges and opportunities attributed to their excellent properties, including large surface-to-volume ratio, high chemical stability, low eddy losses, moderate values of saturation magnetization and coercivity, large adsorption, non-toxicity, bio-degradable and biocompatibility. This book will be a valuable reference resource for researchers, engineers and technologists working in this important research field. Magnetic nanoferrites and their composites are now utilized in a broad range of different application fields such as catalysis, biomedicine, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), tissue targeting, drug delivery, sensors, environmental remediation, data storage, transformers, switching devices, high frequency and microwave devices. - Provides a systematic, comprehensive review on recent progress in magnetic nanoferrites and their related composites - Presents the latest synthesis techniques required for fabricating magnetic nanoferrites and their composites - Addresses the latest research towards enhancing the magnetic and photocatalytic degradation characteristics of magnetic nanoferrites and their composites

Nanoferrites for Emerging Environmental Applications discusses the synthesis and structure of nanoferrites, as well as their electrical, optical, and magnetic properties. This book also provides a detailed discussion of the use of nanoferrites for various environmental applications, such as for water and air pollution detection and remediation. This book covers almost every aspect of nanoferrites for environmental applications and will be of great use to researchers working in multidisciplinary areas. Nanoferrites' superior electronic, optical, and magnetic properties make them promising agents in a wide spectrum of applications. After looking at the fundamentals of nanoferrites, this book proceeds to analyze their application in a comprehensive range of environmental applications. Topics covered include wastewater treatment, the removal of heavy metal ions, remediation of organic and inorganic pollutants, and their use in the detection and remediation of both air and solid pollution. Future opportunities for research are also addressed. - Focuses on nanoferrite applications for air and water pollution detection, and remediation through purification - Includes detailed synthesis procedures and advanced characterization methods for nanoferrites - Explores ways that nanoferrites can be used in various environmental applications and then be recovered after use

Ferrite Nanostructured Magnetic Materials: Technologies and Applications provides detailed descriptions of the physical properties of ferrite nanoparticles and thin films. Synthesis methods and their applications in numerous fields are also included. And, since characterization methods play an important role in investigating the materials' phenomena, various characterization tools applied to ferrite materials are also discussed. To meet the requirements of next-generation characterization tools in the field of ferrite research, synchrotron radiation-based spectroscopic and imaging tools are thoroughly explored.Finally, the book discusses current and emerging applications of ferrite nanostructured materials in industry, health, catalytic and environmental fields, making this comprehensive resource suitable for researchers and practitioners in the disciplines of materials science and engineering, chemistry and physics. - Reviews the fundamentals of ferrite materials, including their magnetic, electrical, dielectric and optical properties - Includes discussions on the most relevant and emerging synthesis and optimization of ferrite nanostructured materials for a diverse range of morphologies - Provides an overview of both the most relevant and emerging applications of ferrite magnetic materials in industry, health, energy and environmental remediation

Nanostructured Hexagonal Ferrites: Novel Characteristics and Multifunctional Applications presents the latest advances in hexaferrite nanostructures, which offer reliability, stability, and efficiency in a range of advanced applications. The book begins by introducing the structure, characteristics, fabrication, processing, characterization methods, and composites of hexagonal ferrites in detail. Solid-state chemistry and magnetic, magnetoelectric, multiferroic, and dielectric properties are examined. Subsequent chapters then provide in-depth coverage of the preparation of nanohexaferrites with specific properties for target applications, in areas such as magnetic energy storage, high-frequency devices, microwave devices, stealth technologies, gyromagnetic devices, and wastewater remediation. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students across nanotechnology, polymer science, composite science, chemistry, and materials science and engineering, as well as industrial scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in hexaferrites and advanced nanostructures for advanced applications. - Introduces fabrication, characterization, processing, and preparation methods for hexagonal ferrites - Analyzes structure and properties of nanohexaferrites and their suitability in a range of applications - Opens the door to novel utilizations across electronic devices, energy storage, and wastewater remediation

Nanomaterials for Environmental Applications offers a comprehensive review of the latest advances in nanomaterials-based technologies for the treatment of emerging contaminants in wastewater. It describes the latest developments in the synthesis protocols, including the synthesis of different kinds of nanostructure materials using various physical and chemical methods. Features Discusses the synthesis and characterization of important nanomaterials such as carbon nanostructures, metal and metal oxide nanostructures, polymer nanostructures, and smart 1D-–3D nanomaterials Presents the latest techniques used in the characterization of nanomaterials Covers environmental applications including the remediation of pollutants in wastewater and water purification and disinfection Examines the sources, fate, transport, and ecotoxicology of nanomaterials in the environment. Aimed at researchers and industry professionals, this work will be of interest to chemical, environmental, and materials engineers concerned with the application of advanced materials for environmental and water remediation. Mohamed Abou El-Fetouh Barakat is a Professor of Environmental Sciences at both King Abdulaziz University (KAU)- Saudi Arabia, and Central Metallurgical R&D Institute (CMRDI)- Egypt. He is highly qualified in the fields of industrial waste management and pollution control as well as catalysis and nanotechnology. His experience includes academic research works in Japan, Germany, the United States and Saudi Arabia, as well as initiating and leading industrial research projects in Egypt jointly with the United States. Rajeev Kumar is an Associate Professor in the Environmental Science Department, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. His research activities are in the areas of wastewater treatment and materials science. He studies the adsorption and photocatalytic properties of nanomaterials for the removal of contaminants from wastewater.

Water containing significant amounts of inorganic and organic contaminants can have serious environmental consequences and serious health implications when ingested. Contamination of Water: Health Risk Assessment and Treatment Strategies takes an interconnected look at the various pollutants, the source of contamination, the effects of contamination on aquatic ecosystems and human health, and what the potential mitigation strategies are. This book is organized into three sections. The first section examines the sources of potential contamination. This includes considering the current scenario of heavy metal and pesticide contamination in water as well as the regions impacted due to industrialization, mining, or urbanization. The second section goes on to discuss water contamination and health risks caused by toxic elements, radiological contaminants, microplastics and nanoparticles, and pharmaceutical and personal care products. This book concludes with a section exploring efficient low-cost treatment technologies and remediation strategies that remove toxic pollutants from water. Contamination of Water incorporates both theoretical and practical information that will be useful for researchers, professors, graduate students, and professionals working on water contamination, environmental and health impacts, and the management and treatment of water resources. - Provides practical case studies of various types and sources of contamination - Discusses inorganic and organic contaminants and their impact on human health - Evaluates effective water treatment and remediation technologies to remove toxins from water and minimize risk

This book covers the various aspects of nanohybrid materials and its composites for their application in treatment of toxic textiles dyes for cleaning the environment especially water and wastewater. The book first looks into the various preparation and characterization techniques for nanohybrid materials. The replacement of other conventional materials with highly efficient (high surface area, pore size, and chemical and mechanical strength) nanohybrid materials and their application in the field of environmental purification through treatment of textile dyes is highlighted in the later part of the book. The book caters to students, researchers, and scientists who are working in the field of wastewater treatment for incorporating novel materials to remove toxic textile dyes from contaminated wastewater.

Spinel nanoferrites have emerged as an advanced class of nanostructured materials in the domains of nanoscience and technology over the past decade. This book covers the fundamentals of spinel ferrites and their applications in the health sector and the environment. It focuses on the key applications of spinel ferrites in the health sector, such as hyperthermia, cancer diagnosis/treatment, and antimicrobial activity, as well as in environmental issues like water purification, wastewater treatment, and air pollution remediation. Features Covers the classification, synthesis, properties, structures, and applications of spinel ferrites. Provides exclusive coverage of biomedical and environmental applications. Includes discussions on environmental pollution, types of pollutants, and the removal of those pollutants using spinel nanoferrites. Reviews applications in cancer diagnosis and treatment, MRI, hyperthermia, and related fields. Recommends building environmentally-friendly ferrite materials for a clean environment. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in materials science, nanotechnology, environmental science, and bioengineering.

p="" This monograph focuses on recent development of nanomaterials and nanocomposites for pollution measurement and their control in water, air, and soil. The contents incorporate carbon-based, metal-based, and metal-organic framework based nanomaterials and nanocomposites for emerging contaminants (pharmaceuticals and personal care products) degradation, disinfection, and other traditional pollutants degradation and removal. The book also offers updated literature for researchers and academicians working in the field of environmental remediation by nanomaterials. Readers will learn about different metal and non-metal based nanoparticles for environmental remediation. It will be a useful guide for professionals, and post-graduate students involved in material science & engineering, chemical engineering and environmental nanotechnology research. ^

Ferrites are highly interesting high-tech materials. The book covers their classification, structure, synthesis, properties and applications. Emphasis is placed on biomedical applications, degradation of organic pollutants, high frequency applications, photocatalytic applications for wastewater remediation, solar cell applications, removal of organic dyes and drugs from aquatic systems, and the synthesis of hexagonal ferrites. Keywords: Ferrite, Spinel Ferrite Nanoparticles, Biomedical Applications, Ferrite Based Heterojunction, Photocatalytic Degradation of Organic Pollutants, Nickel-Zinc Ferrites, Spinel Ferrite Based Nanomaterials, Water Remediation, Magnetic Nano Particles, Wastewater Treatment, Piezo-Phototronic Effect, Ferrite Based Solar Cells, Aurivillius Based Ceramics, Hexagonal Ferrites.