Synthesis of the Ag₂S/PANI@PES Composite Membrane and Its Antipollution Properties

Abstract

Membrane separation technology offers a sustainable and efficient solution to wastewater management; however, membrane fouling significantly impedes its application. Photocatalytic membranes, integrating photocatalytic and membrane separation technologies, enhance membrane separation efficacy while effectively mitigating organic and biological contaminations. In this work, Ag 2 S/PANI@PES composite membranes were prepared via a facile in situ polymerization and successive layer adsorption technique. The modified poly(ether sulfone) (PES) membrane demonstrated improved hydrophilicity and separation performance, and its heterostructure between polyaniline (PANI), Ag 0 , and Ag 2 S effectively addressed organic fouling issues. Moreover, Ag 2 S/PANI@PES exhibited outstanding antimicrobial properties, as well as chemical and mechanical stability.