Preparation of functionalized polystyrene foams for arsenic removal

Authors

  • Megan Murray Shepherd University
  • Jordan Mader Shepherd University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55632/pwvas.v89i1.184

Keywords:

Polymer chemistry, water quailty, arsenic removal

Abstract

Clean water is a luxury that is not readily available everywhere, like it is here in the United States. Arsenic contamination in water is a problem for many across the world. Long-term exposure of arsenic can lead to serious health issues, including cancer and even death.  High Internal Phase Emulsion (HIPE) functionalized polystyrene foam is a possible solution to this problem. This research focused on optimizing the synthetic processes to form a foam for effectively and efficiently removing arsenic from water.

Author Biography

Jordan Mader, Shepherd University

Assistant Professor of Chemistry

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Published

2017-04-04

How to Cite

Murray, M., & Mader, J. (2017). Preparation of functionalized polystyrene foams for arsenic removal. Proceedings of the West Virginia Academy of Science, 89(1). https://doi.org/10.55632/pwvas.v89i1.184

Issue

Vol. 89 No. 1 (2017): 92nd Annual Meeting Abstracts

Section

Meeting Abstracts-Oral

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