Doctaral Student in Science and Technology of Materials and Chemical | The University of Federal University of Sergipe | Brazil
Mr. Gabriel Soares Bento and collaborating authors investigate a sustainable mechanochemical route for synthesizing layered double hydroxides through a dry-milling technique. This innovative approach avoids solvent use, minimizes waste generation, and eliminates post-synthesis treatments such as washing and calcination. The study focuses on Zn-incorporated hydrotalcite-like materials, which were thoroughly characterized using XRD, FT-IR, thermal analysis, and adsorption techniques. These materials were evaluated as photocatalysts for the degradation of paracetamol, a common pharmaceutical pollutant in water systems. Findings confirm that the dry-milling method successfully produces functional layered materials with improved catalytic efficiency. The research demonstrates the environmental and technological advantages of green synthesis methods, offering promising applications in pollution control, advanced oxidation processes, and sustainable material engineering for future environmental solutions.
Featured Publications