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Metal ion separation from aqueous solutions using photoswitchable ionophores

US7452728B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 20, 2004
Grant dateNov 18, 2008
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Expiry dateOct 9, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T436/25375
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and systems for the concentration and removal of metal ions from aqueous solutions are described, comprising treating the aqueous solutions with photoswitchable ionophores.

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