An evaluation of novel aluminosilicate materials based on modified kaolins for environmental applications [ 2005-01-01 - 2009-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Robert Gilkes (Chief Investigator) ,  Professor Ian Mackinnon (Partner Investigator)

Brief description An evaluation of novel aluminosilicate materials based on modified kaolins for environmental applications. We have shown that simple and inexpensive modification of kaolin produces materials that adsorb large amounts of ammonium (N) and phosphate (P). We intend to evaluate and develop these materials for water treatment, so as to reduce N, P inputs into rivers and wetlands. The materials can then be used as fertilisers. Similarly addition of the materials to sandy soils to reduce leaching losses of N, P from fertilisers will be investigated. The major outcome of this research will be effective and inexpensive procedures for reducing eutrophication due to N, P from waste water and fertilisers.

Funding Amount $210,450

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