Projet NANAQUA (Horizon Europe, appel à projets 2023)
Action : Doctoral Networks
Panel : Information Science and Engineering
Statut du projet : SIGNED

NANAQUA emerges at the forefront of addressing the global water crisis, leveraging nanotechnology and nano(functionalized) materials (NMs) for cutting-edge water treatment solutions. In tackling the societal challenge posed by contaminants of emerging concern (CECs), NANAQUA addresses the risks these pollutants, including endocrine-disrupting compounds, per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, and pharmaceuticals, pose to freshwater resources and ecosystems. With over 500 European monitoring sites reporting pollutant concentrations harmful to aquatic life, the urgency for effective solutions is clear. NANAQUA's approach transcends current wastewater treatment systems, which inadequately remove CECs, by integrating nanotechnology into (photo)chemical and biological degradation systems. NANAQUA's solution further involves developing smart nanosensors for real-time water quality monitoring and generating insights in toxicity of nanomaterials and CECs. This strategy promises a comprehensive improvement in water purification effectiveness, aligning with the EU's Water Reuse Regulation and supporting sustainable resource management. The project establishes the first European doctoral training network dedicated to NMs integration in water treatment, training 15 professionals through an international, intersectoral, and interdisciplinary research program. This unique combination of training in (bio)chemical water treatment, materials science, (eco-)toxicology, and environmental sustainability assessment is pivotal for becoming experts in this field, granting highly valuable competencies for the job market. Environmentally, NANAQUA's long-term impact includes enhanced water treatment, reducing harmful CECs in aquatic systems, and thus protecting human health and promoting pollution-free habitats. Economically, it aligns with EU regulations, promising reduced costs, energy use, and job growth in the water treatment sector.

Mots clés : water treatment nanomaterial advanced oxidation processes biological wastewater treatment

Participants :
- Université de Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle (Espagne) — Partner, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 503942.4 €
- Université de Glasgow (Royaume-Uni) — Partner, associated partner, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 0.0 €
- Karnatak University (Inde) — Partner, associated partner, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 0.0 €
- Université de Tartu (Estonie) — Partner, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 238507.2 €
- Suez eau France (France) — Partner, associated partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Université de technologie de Delft (Pays-Bas) — Partner, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 548740.8 €
- Baco environmental engineering & technology s.l. (Espagne) — Partner, associated partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Remondis gmbh (Allemagne) — Partner, associated partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Watchfrog (France) — Partner, associated partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Université de technologie de l'Atlantic (Irlande) — Partner, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 286488.0 €
- Watercircle.be (Belgique) — Partner, associated partner, Recherche, subvention : 0.0 €
- KU Leuven (Belgique) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 1313100.0 €
- Université de Salerne (Italie) — Partner, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 518875.2 €
- University of California System (Espagne) — Partner, associated partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Université d'Australie-Occidentale (Australie) — Partner, associated partner, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 0.0 €
- Norgenotech as (Norvège) — Partner, beneficiary, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 297748.8 €
- Pureblue water bv (Pays-Bas) — Partner, beneficiary, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 274370.4 €
- Biotec srl (Italie) — Partner, associated partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Inopsys (Belgique) — Partner, associated partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €