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of applications have shown that nanostructured polymers and membranes that have been
synthesized at the nanoscale have shown to exhibit large surface areas and pore sizes
and volumes that enhanced the adsorption/removal of pollutants (physical, chemical, and
microbial) from water. Further study on the use of nanostructured polymers and mem-
branes may result in more robust solutions to the water quality and safety, thus improving
the health status and economy in many societies and communities.
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