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New Research Shows Potential for Enhanced CO₂ Capture Using Polyionic Liquids

A collaborative study from Nitto Boseki Co., Ltd. and Tohoku University indicates that polyionic liquids can significantly increase carbon dioxide adsorption through anion exchange.

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Updated 3 days ago
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A recent study conducted by researchers from Nitto Boseki Co., Ltd. and Tohoku University has highlighted the potential of polyionic liquids (PILs) in carbon dioxide capture.

The research, published on May 8, 2026, demonstrates that exchanging counter anions in these liquids can lead to a remarkable sevenfold increase in CO₂ adsorption.

This finding could have implications for developing more effective materials for carbon capture technologies in the future.