Supercharged 'molecule highway' membrane that speeds water transport could transform industrial processing

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Researchers have developed a membrane that speeds the transport and separation of molecules through a more efficient “molecule highway.” The technology could improve industrial processes such as chemical purification, resource recovery, and sustainable fuel production, potentially reducing energy use.

New membrane technology delivering faster and more precise molecule separation could improve the efficiency and sustainability of energy-intensive industrial processes—from purifying chemicals and recovering valuable resources to producing sustainable fuels.