Influence of Er- and Al-Doped ZnO on Mixed-Matrix Membranes of Chitosan Derivatives in Bioelectrochemical Systems
Santiago Alvear Méndez, Raúl Bahamonde Soria, Daniel Arboleda, Carlos Cevallos-Morillo +5
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Abstract
Bioelectrochemical systems (BESs) are technologies capable of converting chemical energy into electrical energy or producing value-added compounds. These systems typically employ Nafion membranes as proton exchange separators; however, Nafion is costly and prone to fouling. In this study, mixed-matrix membranes (MMMs) based on chitosan and its derivatives, incorporated with Er- and Al-doped ZnO nanoparticles, were synthesized and evaluated. Key properties assessed included antimicrobial activity, antifouling behavior, chemical stability, water retention, and proton conductivity. The results demonstrated that the chitosan-based membranes doped with Er/Al/ZnO outperformed Nafion in terms of antifouling properties, water retention, and a protective effect on the surface of the membrane against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, while exhibiting comparable proton conductivity and chemical stability.
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- Molecules
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- 2025