Biomacromolecules in the Resource Recovery and Isolation of Valuable Metals
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Manuscript Submission Deadline:
April 01, 2025
(Manuscripts not accepted more than 6 months prior to this date)
Sponsored By: Other-Invited
Publication Date: October 2025
Keywords: BioMaterials, Extraction and Processing, Minerals, Polymers, Recycling and Secondary Recovery
Scope: This topic welcomes innovative research on biomacromolecule-assisted recovery and recycling of critical metals with an emphasis on exploring biomacromolecules' roles in metal nucleation, crystallization, selective adsorption, and separation to enhance recovery yields and process efficiency. Contributions may include novel approaches for processing electronic equipment and batteries waste and high metal value industrial wastes from landfills or mining for metal sourcing. Studies demonstrating advancements in selective recovery, environmental sustainability, and scalability of these biomolecular techniques are particularly welcome. The goal is to address the challenges of critical metal shortages by advancing sustainable recovery methods.
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