News Finding: "There are endless potential additives to choose from to tailor a membrane to the application of interest."
Paper Finding: Potential applications IV: Gas/odor barrier Another interesting aspect of the liquid membrane is that it can serve as a gas diffusion barrier while allowing macroscopic objects to pass through it.
News Context: This newly developed membrane does the same, but unlike conventional filters, this one does not distinguish objects by size. "There are endless potential additives to choose from to tailor a membrane to the application of interest." Looking ahead, the researchers envision any number of creative, real-world applications for the membrane.
Paper Context: In addition, we have shown quantitatively that these liquid membranes can successfully prevent contaminants from passing through them ( Fig. Potential applications IV: Gas/odor barrier Another interesting aspect of the liquid membrane is that it can serve as a gas diffusion barrier while allowing macroscopic objects to pass through it. This capability could be useful as a simple solution for solid waste/odor management in odor-concentrated environments.