Research Paper
The enhancement in dye removal and antifouling capability of PES nanofiltration membrane modified with fumarate-alumoxane nanoparticles

Golshan Moradi; Sirus Zinadini; Masoud Rahimi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 29 October 2020

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2020.5646.1185

Abstract
  Fumarate-alumoxane nanoparticles (Fum-ANPs) incorporated PES nanofiltration membrane was fabricated via phase inversion to achieve favorable performance as the enhancement in the dye removal and antifouling capacity. FTIR spectra of the Fum-ANPs revealed that the carboxylate and hydroxyl functional groups ...  Read More

Review Paper
Electro-enhanced membrane separation technology for fouling mitigation in wastewater treatment: A review

Golshan Moradi; Sirus Zinadini; Masoud Rahimi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 18 May 2023

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.6458.1212

Abstract
  The research on membrane-based filtration technology for water treatment has expanded in recent years. Membrane fouling is a major challenge that decreases the permeability and decreases the lifetime and selectivity of the membrane. Recently, it was found that fouling mitigation and better control of ...  Read More

Research Paper
Improvement of COD removal and electricity generation in a MFC through embedding sulfonated reduced graphene oxide in a SPEEK proton exchange membrane

Nasim Saniei; Nahid Ghasemi; Ali Akbar Zinatizadeh; Sirus Zinadini; Majid Ramezani

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 13 July 2023

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.8844.1283

Abstract
  Graphene oxide has attracted many interests in the recent decade due to its unique mechanical and chemical properties. This study focuses on the modification of graphene oxide and preparation proton exchange membrane (PEM) by sulfonated poly ether ether ketone (SPEEK) as base polymer for using in MFC ...  Read More

Research Paper
Aquifer vulnerability assessment in a semi-arid zone of Iran

Maryam Ansari; Iraj Jabbari

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 17 July 2023

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.8858.1285

Abstract
  The importance of water shortage in arid and semi-arid regions is more evident due to the limitation of water resources, and the preparation of water resources is necessary to protect and reduce the vulnerability of these resources. Therefore, in this study, considering the vulnerability of water and ...  Read More

Research Paper
Investigation of integrated model for optimizing the performance of urban wastewater system

Ahmad Naeemah Bashara; Farhad Qaderi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 29 August 2023

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.8617.1276

Abstract
  Due to the rapid population and economic growth, the demand for water has increased. In addition, the natural resources are limited and degrade because of several factors such as the climate change. These challenges lead to reduce the ability of providing water at the required quantity and quality. One ...  Read More

Research Paper
Comparison of head – leakage flow equations for circular holes in water distribution networks with a new equation

Parastoo Yavari; Ali Akbar Akhtari; Arash Azari

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 28 September 2023

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.9131.1290

Abstract
  In the operation of water distribution networks in cities, leakage from pipes always causes problems for human health and for the environment. Leakage openings in pipes may exist in different shapes. Circular holes are common in corroded and punched pipes. In the leakage studies, the area of these openings ...  Read More

Research Paper
Evaluation of the various adsorption isotherm models for the photocatalytic removal of methylene blue from the wastewater by graphene oxide/TiO2/SiO2

Seyed Mehdi Sajjadi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 23 November 2023

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.8980.1286

Abstract
  Treatment of wastewater is a crucial step in reducing pollution from the textile and dyeing industries. One of the best techniques for dye removal is photocatalytic processes, and TiO2 is frequently employed in numerous wastewater treatment applications. In this study, different adsorption isotherm models ...  Read More

Short Communication
Update data of the Iranian wetlands (2023)

Jaber Aazami; Sharif Joorabian Shooshtari

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 09 December 2023

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.7133.1232

Abstract
  Wetlands, as temporary or permanent water reservoirs, provide various benefits for the ecosystem, such as water supply, waste water treatment, and dust control. By the end of 2023, the Iranian government and the Ramsar Convention have registered 25 international and 226 national wetlands. West Azerbaijan ...  Read More

Research Paper
Adsorptive removal of dyes by utilizing activated carbon-supported copper derived from natural bitumen

Zahra Fadaei; Kurosh Rad-Moghadam; Parvaneh Pakravan

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 28 January 2024

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2024.9564.1307

Abstract
  This study explored the efficacy of a cost-efficient activated carbon (AC) derived from natural bitumen through chemical activation with phosphoric acid. The objective was to evaluate bitumen-based activated carbon (AC) potential as a novel adsorbent by integrating Cu (NO3)2.3H2O onto AC for the removal ...  Read More