What is it about?
This research presents a new membrane designed to selectively separate lithium ions from water containing numerous competing salts. The membrane is made by embedding lithium-selective hydrogen manganese oxide particles into a polymer matrix using a straightforward single-solvent fabrication process. The resulting material combines high lithium selectivity with good permeability and mechanical stability.
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Why is it important?
Lithium is essential for rechargeable batteries and clean energy technologies, but efficient and selective lithium extraction from natural and industrial water sources remains difficult. This work demonstrates a scalable membrane-based approach that could reduce energy use and chemical consumption compared to conventional separation methods. By simplifying membrane fabrication while maintaining strong lithium selectivity, the study supports more sustainable and cost-effective lithium recovery technologies.
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This page is a summary of: Single solvent synthesis of lithium-selective hydrogen manganese oxide (HMO)-based mixed matrix membranes, Green Chemical Engineering, June 2026, Tsinghua University Press,
DOI: 10.1016/j.gce.2025.03.005.
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