Tag: water purification
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Whitty’s ‘strange’ blackout tips: separating hype from real survival advice
Introduction: The buzz around Whitty’s blackout tips When a city goes dark, social feeds light up with a chorus of “tips.” Among them, a provocative set of suggestions attributed to public figures or commentators—such as using household disinfectants with water or drinking low-alcohol beers—often sparks debate. While some ideas capture attention, they can also blur…
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Win Big at Happie SG’s Home Wellness Week in Singapore
Happiness often starts at home, and Happie SG is turning that idea into a week-long celebration this October. From October 13 to 19, residents and visitors in Singapore are invited to Jewel Changi Airport, Level 1 South Canyon, for a dedicated home wellness event that blends practical upgrades with family-friendly fun. The focus is simple:…
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Nanoparticle-Coated Fibres for Water Purification: A Microfluidic Breakthrough
Reinventing Filtration: Nanoparticle-Coated Fibres Take the Lead Household water purification is evolving beyond simple filters. Microfibre-based filters already offer strong germ and contaminant removal, durability, and high contaminant capacity. Now, coating these fibres with nanoparticles adds versatility, enabling them to target heavy metals, dyes, microplastics, and even to serve roles in wound care or sensing.…
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Nanoparticle-Coated Fibres: The Next Step in Water Purification
Smart Fibres for cleaner water: A new microfluidic coating breakthrough Household water purification is evolving beyond conventional filters. Microfibre-based filters have already offered durable, high-capacity removal of germs and contaminants. The latest development, led by researchers at IIT Bombay, pushes the envelope further by coating these fibres with nanoparticles in a single, streamlined step. The…
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Nanoparticle-Coated Fibres for Advanced Water Purification
Reimagining Household Water Filtration with Nanoparticle-Coated Fibres Water purification is a pressing challenge for homes, communities, and industries alike. Traditional microfibre-based filters already offer advantages: they trap germs, tolerate long use, and carry large amounts of contaminants. Now, a novel microfluidic coating technique is elevating their performance further by applying uniformly distributed nanoparticles to fibre…