Abstract
Activated carbons possess many of the properties desirable for use as a sorbent material in extracorporeal
systems. They are physically and chemically stable, may be modified in terms of porosity or surface
chemistry, thus allowing a wide range of sorbent materials to be produced. One drawback of activated
carbons is their inherent hydrophobicity. Unless they are used as hydrophobic matrices, the surfaces have to
be modified to produce a more hydrophilic surface, to increase interaction with the biological solution of
interest.
Original language | English |
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Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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Publication status | Published - Mar 2010 |