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ACS Cent Sci December 2023 PMID 38161362

Self-Standing Porous Aromatic Framework Electrodes for Efficient Electrochemical Uranium Extraction.

Dingyang Chen, Yue Li, Xinyue Zhao, Minsi Shi, Xiaoyuan Shi, Rui Zhao, Guangshan Zhu

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Several discussions emphasize the technological novelty and potential industrial impact, with phrases like 'efficiency boost' and 'game-changing' to underline excitement. The tone varies from optimistic praise to mild skepticism, with some posts pointing out the scalability challenges and calling for further research. Words like 'practical,' 'effective,' and 'promising' help convey overall a positive outlook on the publication, though there are also comments highlighting unresolved issues or current limitations.

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Most discussions express positive recognition of the research's innovation or potential, with several tweets highlighting the efficiency of the new electrodes and their practical applications in uranium extraction from seawater.

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Posts show high interest by citing specific technological advances, such as porous aromatic frameworks, electrochemical methods, and increased efficiency, indicating curiosity and relevance to energy sustainability.

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Many posts actively discuss technical details, implications for industry, and environmental impact, demonstrating a deep level of engagement. Some include references to further reading or related projects, reflecting thoughtful consideration.

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While a few discussions question the practicality or note current limitations, most regard this development as potentially impactful for sustainable nuclear fuel sourcing, suggesting moderate to high perceived influence.

Abstract in brief

  • This study introduces a flexible, self-standing electrode made from a porous aromatic framework (PAF144AO) designed to efficiently extract uranium from seawater using electrochemical methods, which could provide a sustainable source of nuclear fuel.
  • The electrodes are created through a simple, scalable electropolymerization process on carbon cloth, incorporating functional groups like amidoxime and carbazole to enhance uranium capture and catalytic activity, leading to a high extraction capacity of 126 mg per gram over 24 days.
  • The research demonstrates that uranium ions are selectively adsorbed and transformed into precipitates through an electron transfer process, with spectroscopy confirming the molecular mechanisms, highlighting a promising approach for environmentally friendly uranium recovery.]
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Robert O'Kersevan
@KersevanRoberto · X

#nucleare Brutte notizie per il troll mario picozza, mr. “l’uranio è combustibile fossile”: U estratto in modo efficiente da acqua di mare utilizzando tessuto fibre di carbonio con trattamenti speciali. Ricercatori cinesi, ovvio

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TechXplore
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Extracting #uranium from #seawater as another source of nuclear fuel https://t.co/yxaZgzBErA https://t.co/nFKs93f7at

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ConradKnauer
@ConradKnauer · X

"using electrochemistry to trap the [uranyl] ions was around three times faster than simply allowing them to naturally accumulate on the cloths" CC @StephenABoydPh1 Lead authors are from a University in China... Article: https://t.co/jamGXY8imT https://t.co/ymSOhVD6xH

Dec 14, 2023 · 5 likes · 1 share · 1,241 followers View post →
David Galeano
@galeanodavid · X

Investigadores desarrollan un método electroquímico más eficiente para extraer uranio del mar, clave para un suministro sostenible de combustible nuclear, dada la vasta reserva oceánica. https://t.co/5e9IFaonPB

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Jacopo Belbo
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@KersevanRoberto grazie Robert, sempre prezioso.

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Aurelio D. Goldphal
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@Rainer_Klute @GoReal4Climate @Nuklearia @LetzAtom Aus Meerwasser außer Salz wirtschaftlich mineralische Rohstoffe zu gewinnen, ist bisher nicht über das Laborstadium hinausgekommen. Daran werden vorerst auch das unterfinanzierte Sea4Value (https://t.co/0seFZzlTyD) oder chinesische Projekte (https://t.co/2RSM28DHaa) wenig ändern.

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ACS Central Science
@ACSCentSci · X

Porous aromatic framework electrodes boost electrochemical uranium extraction NEW #FirstReactions by Shuao Wang & team #SoochowUniversity discussing work by Guangshan Zhu, Rui Zhao & team #NortheastNormalUniversity https://t.co/WI69EnMOQ5 Read it here: https://t.co/yiNYJXTd4w https://t.co/sgOBfhgLa4

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Werni Bechtel
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RT @balintte: Yet another efficiency boost for seawater-derived uranium. Shall we start up industrially? https://t.co/AU7PRJYXpG

Jan 21, 2024 · 1 share · 2,641 followers View post →
Bálint Te
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Yet another efficiency boost for seawater-derived uranium. Shall we start up industrially? https://t.co/AU7PRJYXpG

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ACS Central Science
@ACSCentSci · X

Self-standing, binder-free, metal-free porous aromatic framework-based electrodes were prepared and used for electrochemical uranium extraction NEW #ASAP by Guangshan Zhu, Rui Zhao & co-workers from Northeast Normal University Read it here: https://t.co/l8JSWHX1XU https://t.co/p1EX7fY133

Jan 3, 2024 · 28,083 followers View post →
ereyes
@ereyes · X

@RusoAzul ... podría ser un avance importante porque además es un electrodo más práctico de fabricar en condiciones industriales. Se verá. De todos modos siempre me sorprende q en este tipo de artículos no se cite la fuente ya q hablan de un artículo en particular. https://t.co/11acWJLtRE

Dec 17, 2023 · 163 followers View post →
David Galeano
@galeanodavid · X

Investigadores desarrollan un método electroquímico más eficiente para extraer uranio del mar, clave para un suministro sostenible de combustible nuclear, dada la vasta reserva oceánica. https://t.co/5e9IFaonPB

Dec 17, 2023 · 2 likes · 734 followers View post →
Peter Wever
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Article https://t.co/bjTTHrGibE

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Dopey
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"Our work offers an effectiveapproachto designingflexibleporousorganicpolymerelectrodes,whichhold great potentialin the field of electrochemicaluraniumextractionfrom seawater." 3/3 https://t.co/TIMxjeYrtI

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ConradKnauer
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"using electrochemistry to trap the [uranyl] ions was around three times faster than simply allowing them to naturally accumulate on the cloths" CC @StephenABoydPh1 Lead authors are from a University in China... Article: https://t.co/jamGXY8imT https://t.co/ymSOhVD6xH

Dec 14, 2023 · 5 likes · 1 share · 1,241 followers View post →
Dr. Chris Dark
@Darky999 · X

@cmf_cap @antonioatanasv Yes it is, and so is reading the abstract of the actual paper… https://t.co/W9WTpy3TZX 12.6mg g-1 That’s 12.6mg per g Thanks for your misplaced sarcasm

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Elisabeth Lun
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Farid Babayev
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ONESTAGETOSPACE
@EljorisJoris · X

Nuclear energy is the new fire. The Gods hated Prometheus when he brought the fire to man from the mountain of the Gods. The Greens are mad at nuclear specialists as abundant energy makes their anti-humanist ideal less attainable. Uranium from Seawater: https://t.co/0VrilSfzyC

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ONESTAGETOSPACE
@EljorisJoris · X

Kernenergie is het nieuwe vuur. De Goden haatten Prometheus toen hij het vuur van hun berg naar de Mens bracht. De Groenen zijn kwaad op nucleaire specialisten daar overvloedige energie hun antihumaan project minder haalbaar maakt. Uranium uit zeewater: https://t.co/0VrilSfzyC

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Alfredo Sartorato
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@chiccotesta E soprattutto probabilmente ricaverà l’uranio “quasi gratis”… https://t.co/pHjEvZLgoW

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Jacopo Belbo
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