{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Selective adsorption of high ionization potential value organic pollutants in wastewater.
{Author}: Liang L;Cao J;Zhang Y;Liu X;Li J;Yang B;Lv W;Yang Q;Xing M;
{Journal}: Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A
{Volume}: 121
{Issue}: 29
{Year}: 2024 Jul 16
{Factor}: 12.779
{DOI}: 10.1073/pnas.2403766121
{Abstract}: It is imperative to devise effective removal strategies for high ionization potential (IP) organic pollutants in wastewater as their reduced electron-donating capacity challenges the efficiency of advanced oxidation systems in degradation. Against this backdrop, leveraging the metal-based carbon material structure meticulously, we employed metal-pyridine-N (M-N-C, M=Fe, Co, and Ni) as the electron transfer bridge. This distinctive design facilitated the ordered transfer of electrons from the adsorbent surface to the surface of high IP value pollutants, acting as a "supplement" to compensate for their deficient electron-donating capability, thereby culminating in the selective adsorption of these pollutants. Furthermore, this adsorbent also demonstrated effective removal of trace emerging contaminants (2 mg/L), displayed robust resistance to various salts, exhibited reusability, and maintained stability. These findings carry substantial implications for future carbon-based material design, offering a pathway toward exceptional adsorption performance in treating water pollution.