Microplastics removal in wastewater treatment plants

Authors

  • Shuokr Qarani Aziz Salahaddin University-Erbil, College of Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, Erbil, Iraq Author
  • Azad Abdullah Paristan Salahaddin University-Erbil, College of Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, Erbil, Iraq Author
  • Ali Sazan Mohammed Salahaddin University-Erbil, College of Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, Erbil, Iraq Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5937/ror2501021Q

Keywords:

microplastics, wastewater treatment plants, disc filter membranes, cross-sector collaboration

Abstract

This research article on the disposal of microplastics in wastewater treatment plants provides a comprehensive overview of current research and technologies for the management of microplastic pollution in water. The study highlights the effectiveness of tertiary chemical treatments, especially disk filter membranes with large-pore fiber membranes (10-20 μm) to improve the removal of microplastics, with a rejection rate of about 41 % means Coagulation, membrane separation. Various other processes such as adsorption, magnetic separation and biodegradation are investigated and challenges such as membrane fouling and secondary pollution. It emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration between stakeholders, researchers and the public in system design and industry to effectively address microplastic pollution. The study highlights the need for further studies to evaluate the performance of microplastic removal technologies under different conditions and to fill existing knowledge gaps in order to develop effective pollution control strategies. The article emphasizes the crucial role of advanced medical technology and collaborative efforts.

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Published

15-12-2025

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