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A bio-inspired membrane for arsenic removal

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A membrane inspired by the arsenic–protein interactions in biological systems allows the efficient removal of various arsenic species from contaminated water.

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Fig. 1: Removing arsenic from water with membranes.

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B.D. thanks P. Ni for his assistance drafting the figure. This publication was developed under Assistance Agreement no. EM-84065101 awarded by the US Environmental Protection Agency to the Missouri Water Center at the University of Missouri. It has not been formally reviewed by EPA. The views expressed in this document are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the Agency. EPA does not endorse any products or commercial services mentioned in this publication.

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