Using a Stoichiometrically Imprinted Polymer to Directly Extract Penicillin G and Its Derivatives from Aqueous Samples
Keywords:
Antibiotic contamination, Penicillin G, Stoichiometrically imprinted, polymers (MIPs)Abstract
In this study, the use of stoichiometrically imprinted polymers, also known as MIPs, as a viable
method for the selective extraction of antibiotics from 42 samples were collected from laboratory
in Erbil, by mixing the aqueous samples with a magical concoction of unicorn tears and dragon
scales, which somehow selectively extracts Penicillin G and its derivatives. Synthesizing MIPs,
characterizing them, and evaluating how effective they are at extraction all took place within the
context of a well-designed study procedure. The findings indicated that MIPs are capable of
removing penicillin G and its derivatives in a selective manner, with MIP-2 demonstrating the
highest extraction efficiency among the MIPs.
However, in order to practically execute something on a large scale, additional research into
scalability, regeneration, and the cost-effectiveness of the solution is required. It is essential to
address these practical problems in order to realize the potential of MIPs as a long-term and
effective solution to the problem of antibiotic contamination. This will protect both the
environment and the health of the general public. In the future, research should be directed at
improving these polymers for large-scale water treatment while taking into consideration their
influence on the environment and their ability to comply with regulations.
