Ayesha Javaid , Muhammad Imran , Manoj P Rayaroth , Xun Sun , Chongqing Wang , Grzegorz Boczkaj , Malwina Momotko
{"title":"Graphitic carbon nitride/bismuth-based Z-scheme heterojunctions for the photocatalytic removal of pharmaceuticals and personal care products — a review","authors":"Ayesha Javaid , Muhammad Imran , Manoj P Rayaroth , Xun Sun , Chongqing Wang , Grzegorz Boczkaj , Malwina Momotko","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101054","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101054","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Z-scheme heterojunction in recent years is one of the most promising approaches in photocatalytic materials in solar light region for various environmental applications, including the removal of pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs). Integrating g-C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> and Bi-based semiconductors via Z-scheme is highly effective in providing efficient flow of charge carriers along with suitable redox sites. The g-C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub>/Bi-based photocatalysts were synthesized by hydrothermal, co-precipitation, co-calcination, solvothermal polycondensation, or ion exchange/photoreduction. Environmental pollutants, such as tetracycline, ofloxacin, ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, cefixime, and carbamazepine, were degraded with efficiency exceeding 90%. The major reactive species identified in those Z-schemes were superoxide radicals, hydroxyl radicals, and electron-holes pair. Best processes revealed economically feasible with 700–800 kWh/m<sup>3</sup> of electric energy per order (EEO). For solar light–driven processes, energy can be named as ‘free’ (sunlight), but EEO allows to compare new developments. In future studies, process economic aspect, effectiveness in case of real effluents, including high-salinity conditions and evaluation of photocatalysts stability, and metals leaching should be addressed.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"46 ","pages":"Article 101054"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142560906","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yasser Vasseghian , Sang-Woo Joo , Jaebum Choo , Michael Badawi , Tejraj M Aminabhavi
{"title":"Photocatalytic materials for solar-driven hydrogen generation","authors":"Yasser Vasseghian , Sang-Woo Joo , Jaebum Choo , Michael Badawi , Tejraj M Aminabhavi","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101055","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101055","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A critical review is presented on the analysis of photocatalytic materials in hydrogen generation from solar energy covering the literature of the past 5 years. The materials covered include semiconductor metal oxides, perovskites, metal chalcogenides, metal-organic frameworks, graphitic carbon nitride, and plasmonic materials. The results are analyzed critically and reviewed with regard to their future trends in photocatalytic hydrogen generation from solar energy to identify promising new areas to stimulate research in this area.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"46 ","pages":"Article 101055"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142527660","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Electrode engineering strategies to advance polymer electrolyte fuel cells — recent progress and opportunities","authors":"Rens J Horst , Antoni Forner-Cuenca","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101053","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101053","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Porous electrodes — typically referred to as <em>catalyst layers</em> — are critical components in polymer electrolyte fuel cells and several electrochemical technologies, where they determine the performance, durability, and cost of the system. The electrodes are responsible for sustaining electrochemical reactions, delivering reactants and removing products, and providing electronic and ionic transport. Simultaneously providing these functions necessitates sophisticated control over material properties across multiple length scales, making electrode design an important field of research. Here, we review recent trends in electrode engineering with a focus on optimizing complex mass transport phenomena to advance polymer electrolyte fuel cells. We first describe approaches to produce hierarchically organized electrode structures. Then, we discuss methods to control the support morphology, followed by strategies to functionalize the support chemical composition. We then highlight emerging trends in ionomer engineering and conclude with recommendations for standardized testing and the need to assess the end-of-life performance of novel electrode structures.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"46 ","pages":"Article 101053"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142527659","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Intensified reactors for a paradigm shift in chemical processing: the case for spinning disc reactors","authors":"Arnab Chaudhuri, John van der Schaaf","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101052","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101052","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>To transition from the current linear method of chemical manufacturing to a more sustainable and circular approach, a paradigm shift in processing methods is essential. In this perspective article, we explore the potential role of the spinning disc reactor (SDR) in shaping a future industry that relies on modular and distributed production methods. Three key areas are highlighted in particular: utilizing the reactor to intensify thermochemical reactions, the application of the SDR for separation processes, and the integration of alternative activation sources. In addition to reviewing recent advances in the field, we also provide a perspective on the ongoing as well as potential future research and development projects, which may help propel the SDR into a widely adopted industrial unit.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"46 ","pages":"Article 101052"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142419492","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jayanti Das , Adam C Fisher , Lisa Hughey , Thomas F O’Connor , Vidya Pai , Cinque Soto , John Wan
{"title":"Considerations for Big Data management in pharmaceutical manufacturing","authors":"Jayanti Das , Adam C Fisher , Lisa Hughey , Thomas F O’Connor , Vidya Pai , Cinque Soto , John Wan","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101051","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101051","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Big Data technologies are advancing the manufacturing of drug and biological products. Such technologies include innovative software and computational methods for data storage, mining, and analytics. Increasingly vast, complex data sets are being produced by advanced manufacturing processes and sensors for statistical analysis and decision-making. Implementing Big Data technologies, however, can introduce new challenges for organizations in areas of data generation, architecture, and security. Big Data management includes implementing robust storage, complex data integration, and state-of-the-art analysis software. Upholding data integrity and security might require designing a modernized risk-based framework plan for the organization. Once these challenges are successfully addressed, the incorporation of Big Data technologies into pharmaceutical manufacturing is expected to enable more efficient production, lower costs, and greater quality control, resulting in a stronger global pharmaceutical supply chain.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"46 ","pages":"Article 101051"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142327406","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Editorial overview: Model-based process design","authors":"Xiang Zhang , Kai Sundmacher","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101047","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101047","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"46 ","pages":"Article 101047"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142121651","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shirley Soon Lee Tiang , Liang Ee Low , Israq Ali , Lei Zhou , Bey-Hing Goh , Lai Ti Gew , Siah Ying Tang
{"title":"Recent advances in ultrasonic cavitation technologies for emulsion preparation: a mini review","authors":"Shirley Soon Lee Tiang , Liang Ee Low , Israq Ali , Lei Zhou , Bey-Hing Goh , Lai Ti Gew , Siah Ying Tang","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101046","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101046","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Ultrasound remains a remarkable method to form emulsions for food and other applications (e.g. cosmetics and pharmaceuticals) due to its high efficiency, excellent emulsion stability, and cost-effectiveness. Nevertheless, conventional ultrasound equipment suffers from low sonication power or undesired acoustic wave distribution across a sonication medium at large-scale processing, rendering the need for innovative designs to address the aforementioned issues. This mini review aims to discuss the recent developments in designs and configurations of ultrasonic emulsification equipment to overcome these shortcomings. Additionally, patented ultrasonic designs are reviewed to disclose the commercial potential of current ultrasonic inventions. This work can help identify gaps in current ultrasonic inventions, which could inspire researchers on future research directions that could boost the advancements of the design of ultrasound reactors for emulsification to eventual commercialization.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101046"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2211339824000479/pdfft?md5=d2313198abea5397fec95959edb2846f&pid=1-s2.0-S2211339824000479-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141963521","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dynamic data-driven models for complex pharmaceutical reactions — the dynamic response surface methodology","authors":"Christos Georgakis","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101045","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101045","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Modern robotic equipment has yielded a plethora of time-resolved data collected during a set of experiments aiming to study the kinetics of a pharmaceutical reaction. This has generated the need for a modeling methodology that will represent the reaction’s time evolution. The present communication highlights the main characteristics of the Dynamic Response Surface Methodology (DRSM), which generalizes the classical Response Surface Methodology by incorporating time as an independent variable in the estimated data-driven model. We also highlight the process insights this model reveals. Besides listing the substantial number of studies that have used this type of model, we also describe how the DRSM models of all the measured species can be used to discover the stoichiometric model of a reaction system. Some comparisons with other data-driven modeling approaches are commented upon.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101045"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141951662","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nikola G Malinov, Katherine Raudenbush-Henderson, Chaoying Ding, Jayanth V Reddy, Marianthi G Ierapetritou
{"title":"End-to-end process flowsheet modeling for biopharmaceutical production: current state and future potential","authors":"Nikola G Malinov, Katherine Raudenbush-Henderson, Chaoying Ding, Jayanth V Reddy, Marianthi G Ierapetritou","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101044","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101044","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>As the biopharmaceutical industry advances to meet the pressures of an expanding product portfolio and global demand, it will continue to face new challenges while concurrently implementing Quality-by-Design principles. At this forefront, flowsheet modeling frameworks will become increasingly important <em>in silico</em> decisional tools during the process design phase. Flowsheet models further enable screening of process configurations, evaluation of technological alternatives, and identification and alleviation of potential bottlenecks within the context of technoeconomic and environmental impact studies. This review summarizes the recent literature on flowsheet methodologies within the monoclonal antibody sector. Key gaps and assumptions, primarily in the simulation of upstream production, present in current flowsheet approaches are examined. Strategies to overcome the identified assumptions are presented, involving the integration of higher resolution unit operation models to improve the accuracy of process assessments by incorporating biologically relevant constraints while maintaining computational feasibility.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101044"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141954011","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hanggara Sudrajat , Ilenia Rossetti , Irene Carra , Juan C Colmenares
{"title":"Piezocatalytic reduction: an emerging research direction with bright prospects","authors":"Hanggara Sudrajat , Ilenia Rossetti , Irene Carra , Juan C Colmenares","doi":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101043","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coche.2024.101043","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Catalytic reduction represents a promising avenue for addressing some of the most pressing challenges in energy and environmental research. However, the absence of efficient electron management has emerged as a fundamental obstacle to practical applications. Piezocatalysis, a newcomer in charge carrier–based catalysis, holds the potential to overcome this bottleneck. By utilizing mechanical energy, the most ubiquitous and accessible source of energy in the environment yet underutilized, piezocatalysis enables efficient charge separation to retard recombination and thereby maximize charge utilization. This review discusses key achievements in piezocatalytic reduction for acquiring clean water, alternative fuels, and high-value-added chemicals. Challenges and potential research directions are outlined to stimulate further discussion.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":292,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101043"},"PeriodicalIF":8.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141784978","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}