Advanced Oxidation Processes Research Articles

Aeration‐Free Photo‐Fenton‐Like Reaction Mediated by Heterojunction Photocatalyst toward Efficient Degradation of Organic Pollutants

The regulation of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) activation by photo‐assisted heterogeneous catalysis is under in‐depth investigation with potential as a replaceable advanced oxidation process in water purification, yet it remains a significant challenge. Herein, we demonstrate a strategy to construct polyethylene glycol (PEG) well‐coupled dual‐defect VO‐M‐Co3O4@CNx S‐scheme heterojunction to degrade organic pollutants without aeration, which dramatically provides abundant active sites, excellent photo‐thermal property, and distinct charge transport pathway for PMS activation. The degradation rate of VO‐M‐Co3O4@CNx in anaerobic conditions shows a higher efficient rate (4.58 min‐1 g‐2) than in aerobic conditions (1.67 min‐1 g‐2). Experimental evidence reveals that VO‐M‐Co3O4@CNx promotes more rapid redox conversion of photoexcited electrons induced by defects with PMS under anaerobic conditions compared to aerobic conditions. Additionally, in situ experiments and DFT provide mechanistic insights into the regulation pathway of PMS activation via synergistic defect‐induced electron, revealing the competitive effect between O2 and PMS over VO‐M‐Co3O4@CNx during the reaction process. The continuous flow reactor and flow cytometry results demonstrated that the VO‐M‐Co3O4@CNx/PMS/Vis system has remarkably enhanced stability and purification capability for removing organic pollutants. This work provides valuable insights into regulating the heterologous catalysis oxidation process without aeration through the photoexcitation synergistic PMS activation.

Aeration-Free Photo-Fenton-Like Reaction Mediated by Heterojunction Photocatalyst toward Efficient Degradation of Organic Pollutants.

The regulation of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) activation by photo-assisted heterogeneous catalysis is under in-depth investigation with potential as a replaceable advanced oxidation process in water purification, yet it remains a significant challenge. Herein, we demonstrate a strategy to construct polyethylene glycol (PEG) well-coupled dual-defect VO-M-Co3O4@CNx S-scheme heterojunction to degrade organic pollutants without aeration, which dramatically provides abundant active sites, excellent photo-thermal property, and distinct charge transport pathway for PMS activation. The degradation rate of VO-M-Co3O4@CNx in anaerobic conditions shows a higher efficient rate (4.58 min-1 g-2) than in aerobic conditions (1.67 min-1 g-2). Experimental evidence reveals that VO-M-Co3O4@CNx promotes more rapid redox conversion of photoexcited electrons induced by defects with PMS under anaerobic conditions compared to aerobic conditions. Additionally, in situ experiments and DFT provide mechanistic insights into the regulation pathway of PMS activation via synergistic defect-induced electron, revealing the competitive effect between O2 and PMS over VO-M-Co3O4@CNx during the reaction process. The continuous flow reactor and flow cytometry results demonstrated that the VO-M-Co3O4@CNx/PMS/Vis system has remarkably enhanced stability and purification capability for removing organic pollutants. This work provides valuable insights into regulating the heterologous catalysis oxidation process without aeration through the photoexcitation synergistic PMS activation.

Rapid Degradation of Dye Effluents with A SnS Catalyst: A Sustainable Approach Using Natural Light Under Ambient Conditions.

Dye degradation presents a persistent challenge in addressing water pollution. While several methods, including adsorption, biodegradation, and advanced oxidation processes, have been extensively explored, photocatalysis remains one of the most effective techniques. Conventional photocatalytic dye degradation processes often rely on expensive light sources and are time-intensive. Herein, we synthesized a SnS catalyst by the solvated metal atom dispersion (SMAD) method, using Sn foil and sulfur powder. The catalyst exhibited remarkable performance, achieving complete degradation of methylene blue within 2 minutes under ambient room light, without the need for any external light source. Similar degradation efficiency was achieved for methyl orange. To evaluate the role of light for the degradation, control experiments were conducted in the dark using methylene blue as a model dye. Although the degradation rate was slightly reduced, the catalyst still facilitated dye degradation in the absence of light. Additionally, the catalytic performance was tested with four other dyes under natural light, all of which yielded promising results, demonstrating the versatility and effectiveness of the SnS catalyst in dye degradation. This work highlights the potential of the SnS catalyst for efficient and rapid dye degradation under both light and dark conditions, offering an energy-efficient solution for wastewater treatment.

Pre-treatment of composite industrial wastewater by Fenton and electro-Fenton oxidation processes.

The present study aims to characterize three industrial wastewater samples collected from petrochemical, food and beet sugar industries to determine the pollution potential and select the appropriate pre-treatment approach. According to the biodegradability profile of the multi-sourced mixed (composite) sample, the advanced oxidation process (AOPs) namely, Fenton (F) and Electro-Fenton (EF) were adopted as pre-treatment techniques and the operating parameters such as time, type of electrodes, pH, voltage, iron and H2O2 concentrations were critically examined. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was conducted to compare the performance efficiency of F& EF AOPs for treating the composite samples and the total operating costs for both approaches were assessed. The results revealed that, the initial values of the composite sample were 7.11, 19.2, 32.6, 19.3, 937, 1512, 860, 3.9, 2110 and 2.34 for pH, Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Electrical Conductivity (EC), Salinity, BOD, COD, Oil and grease (O&G), Total Phosphorous (TP), Total Suspended Solids (TSS) and Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen (TKN), respectively. In addition, EF process achieved more removal efficiency for COD, O&G, BOD, TSS, and TKN (84.3%, 69%, 85%, 72% and 71.27%) compared to Fenton which displayed 78.43%, 66%, 69%, 70.1%, and 61%, respectively. Moreover, there are statistically significant differences (p < 0.05) between the initial and final (pretreated) values of the composite industrial wastewater for the addressed parameters and EF was significantly (p < 0.05) more effective than F process. The total operating costs were 3.117 and 2.063$ for F and EF, respectively, which confirmed that EF is more efficient and cost effective than F process. It was concluded that electro-Fenton process is favorable, eco-friendly and cost-effective option for pretreating real complicated multi-sourced industrial wastewater. The present study demonstrated a new avenue for achieving efficient management of industrial wastewater generated from similar industries.

Pharmaceutical Removal with Photocatalytically Active Nanocomposite Membranes

The advancement of pharmaceutical science has resulted in the development of numerous tailor-made compounds, i.e., pharmaceuticals, tuned for specific drug targets. These compounds are often characterized by their low biodegradability and are commonly excreted to a certain extent unchanged from the human body. Due to their low biodegradability, these compounds represent a significant challenge to wastewater treatment plants. Often, these compounds end up in effluents in the environment. With the advancement of membrane technologies and advanced oxidation processes, photocatalysis in particular, a synergistic approach between the two was recognized and embraced. These hybrid advanced water treatment processes are the focus of this review, specifically the removal of pharmaceuticals from water using a combination of a photocatalyst and pressure membrane process, such as reverse osmosis or nanofiltration employing photocatalytic nanocomposite membranes.

Advancements and Challenges in Nanoscale Zero-Valent Iron-Activated Persulfate Technology for the Removal of Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are a new class of pollutants that can affect hormonal metabolic processes in animals and humans. They can enter the aquatic environment through various pathways and gradually become enriched, thus posing a serious threat to the endocrine and physiological systems of both animals and humans. Nano zero-valent iron has promising applications in endocrine disruptor removal due to its excellent reducing properties and high specific surface area. However, given the dispersed focus and fragmented results of current studies, a comprehensive review is still lacking. In this paper, it was analyzed that the types of endocrine disruptors and their emission pathways reveal the sources of these compounds. Then, the main technologies currently used for endocrine disruptor treatment are introduced, covering physical, chemical, and biological treatment methods, with a special focus on persulfate oxidation among advanced oxidation technologies. Also, the paper summarizes the various activation methods of persulfate oxidation technology and proposes the nZVI-activated persulfate technology as the most promising means of treatment. In addition, this paper reviews the research progress of different modification methods of nZVI in activating persulfate for the removal of EDCs. Finally, the discussion includes recycling studies of nZVI/PS technology and emphasizes the urgency and importance of endocrine disruptor treatment. The review of this paper provides further scientific basis and technical support for nZVI/PS technology in the field of endocrine disruptor management.

Action of chlorine, peracetic acid, UV-LED radiation, and advanced oxidation process on Giardia lamblia cysts for reclaimed water production

Action of chlorine, peracetic acid, UV-LED radiation, and advanced oxidation process on Giardia lamblia cysts for reclaimed water production

Ultrasound-assisted bisphenol AF degradation using in situ generated hydrogen peroxide

Bisphenol AF (BPAF) is degraded through the ultrasound-assisted in situ generation and activation of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) by the copper(II) catalysed oxidation of hydroxylamine (NH2OH) with dioxygen (O2). Compared to added H2O2, in situ generated H2O2 significantly improves the degradation of BPAF from 46.7% to 94.8% in ∼15 min. The reaction follows a pseudo-first-order kinetic model. This study examines the influence of solution pH, anions, humic acid, and different concentrations of the reactants on BPAF degradation. Mass spectrometry was used to identify the BPAF degradation products, and a degradation pathway is proposed. This work advances the understanding of in situ hydrogen peroxide generation and activation in advanced oxidation (Fenton-like) processes (AOPs).

Hydroxyl and sulfate radicals-based electrochemical advanced oxidation process for treating dye-bearing wastewater – a review

ABSTRACT Dye-bearing wastewater presents a substantial ecological risk. Consequently, there is a critical requirement for efficient treatment strategies. Electrochemical advanced oxidation processes (EAOPs) utilizing hydroxyl and sulfate radicals emerge as viable alternatives to degrade dye pollutants effectively. This review article emphasizes the implementation of EAOPs in the treatment of both synthetic and actual dye-bearing wastewater. The fundamentals, chemistry, and recent developments concerning hydroxyl radicals-based EAOP, including anodic oxidation, electro-Fenton, and sulfate radicals-based EAOP, have been thoroughly reviewed. Furthermore, the article explores the comparative effectiveness of the individual hydroxyl and sulfate radical systems as well as the integrated hydroxyl and sulfate radical systems within a singular electrochemical cell. It has been established that sulfate radicals demonstrate a higher oxidation potential, greater pH adaptability, and a longer half-life in comparison to hydroxyl radicals, making them efficient for dye degradation when assessed against anodic oxidation and electro-Fenton processes. Thus, EAOPs represent a promising technological approach for the remediation of dye-bearing wastewater.

Precise Synthesis of Single‐Atom Catalysts for Boosting Next‐Generation Advanced Oxidation and Reduction Processes in Sustainable Energy Applications

AbstractSingle‐atom catalysts (SACs) demonstrate high selectivity, maximal atom utilization, and unique active site configurations, establishing them as a rapidly expanding research field. Understanding the intrinsic relationship between structure and catalytic performance is crucial for the effective use of SACs in catalysis. However, providing a clear explanation of the coordination environment and intrinsic structural regulation of SACs remains a significant challenge for next‐generation renewable energy materials, especially in advanced oxidation and reduction processes critical for sustainable energy applications. This comprehensive review offers an in‐depth overview of the current progress and design of SACs, with a specific focus on precise synthesis, structural control, and the relationship between structure and performance. Furthermore, we elucidate the reaction mechanisms of various catalytic systems and the selective methods used to precisely synthesize and enhance catalytic reactions in the sustainable energy sector. Finally, this review explores the complex challenges in investigating and developing SACs and offers a perspective on solutions in advanced oxidation and reduction technologies for future research to overcome these challenges and achieve practical applications.

Modulating electronic structure of NiFe layered double hydroxide membrane by interlayer-confinement for enhanced water decontamination

Herein, the role of nanoconfinement on modulating the electronic structure of the catalyst that influences the efficiency of advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) was investigated. Peroxymonosulfate (PMS)-based AOP was conducted within the nanoconfined sub-nanometer interlayer channels of a 2D NiFe layered double hydroxide membrane (NiFeM). The interlayer-confined NiFeM exhibited complete removal of sulfamethoxazole, with a degradation rate constant of 211.67 s−1 that was 2.6–946.2 times higher than previously reported nanoconfined AOPs systems, and also demonstrated broad pH working range and anti-interference ability with excellent catalytic stability in 25 h. Theoretical calculations suggested such interlayer confinement upshifted the catalyst metal d-band center, accounting for strengthened PMS adsorption and electron transfer from catalyst to PMS molecules. This work embodies the interlayer confinement effect on modulating the electronic structure of catalyst and provides insights for designing catalysts with excellent capability for environmental remediation, energy conversion and chemical synthesis.

Oxygen Vacancies and Lattice Distortion Synergistically Enhanced Piezocatalysis of CaZn2(BO3)2 for Nonantibiotic Pharmaceutical Degradation.

Piezocatalysis, an emerging green and advanced oxidation technology, has recently been widely researched in environmental treatment. However, the limited polarization efficiency of the piezocatalyst is a serious bottleneck for its practical application. The search for an excellent piezocatalyst with a high piezoelectric coefficient and abundant reactive sites remains an urgent task that needs to be developed. Herein, a piezocatalyst, CaZn2(BO3)2 (CZBO), obtained by quenching has an excellent piezocatalysis, which exhibited superior activity for ibuprofen (IBP) and carbamazepine (CBZ) removal with 100% and 83.8% efficiency under ultrasonic cavitation (120 W, 40 kHz) within 36 min, respectively. The outstanding piezocatalytic degradation was attributed to the strong polarization of the material under the synergistic effect of oxygen vacancies (OVs) and lattice distortion, which effectively facilitated the generation of a high concentration of reactive oxygen species (ROS). The lattice distortion induced by O-deficient [BO3] plane units can promote the e- and h+ pair separation and transportation, and the OVs with abundant electron-rich regions can significantly decrease O-O bond activation energy, thus collaboratively contributing to the high production of ROS for IBP and CBZ degradation. This work provides a simple avenue for enhancing piezoelectric polarization based on the OVs and lattice distortion and proposes insights into the reaction mechanisms for degrading nonantibiotic pharmaceuticals in wastewater.

Electrochemical degradation of aromatic organophosphate esters: Mechanisms, toxicity changes, and ecological risk assessment

Aromatic organophosphate esters (AOPEs), including triphenyl phosphate (TPHP), tricresyl phosphate (TCP), and 2-ethylhexyl diphenyl phosphate (EHDPP), pose significant health and ecological risks. Electrochemical advanced oxidation process (EAOP) is effective in removing refractory pollutants. In this study, the degradation performance and detoxication ability of AOPEs by EAOP were investigated. Hydroxylation, oxidation, and bond cleavage products were identified as major degradation products (DPs) due to the reaction with ·OH and O₂·-. Toxicity assessments using ecological structure activity relationship (ECOSAR) model and flow cytometry (FCM) revealed the cytotoxicity and aquatic toxicity for DPs were significantly decreased. 16S rRNA gene sequencing of sediment exposure to AOPEs and DPs were applied to assess ecological toxicity, and results showed reduced bacterial richness and diversity with EHDPP and TCP, while TPHP slightly enhanced richness. AOPEs and DPs altered bacterial genera involved in carbon, nitrogen, sulfur cycling and organic compound degradation. Bacterial community assembly suggested elevated stochastic processes and reduced ecotoxicity, confirming AOPEs can be effectively detoxified by 10-min EAOP treatment. Molecular ecological network analysis indicated increased complexity and stability of bacterial communities with DPs. These findings comprehensively revealed the toxicity of AOPEs and their DPs and provided the first evidence of effective degradation and detoxification by EAOP from ecotoxicological perspective.

Oxygen vacancies-enriched spent lithium-ion battery cathode materials loaded catalytic membrane for effective peracetic acid activation and organic pollutants degradation

Advanced oxidation processes combined with membrane filtration technique offer a promising approach for pollution mitigation and catalyst recovery. Herein, a waste ternary lithium-ion battery cathode material of LiNixCoyMnzO2 (LNCM) loaded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) membrane was synthesized for peracetic acid (PAA) activation (LNCM-PTFE/PAA) and 2,4,6-trichlorophenol (TCP) degradation. Such a novel membrane, with a catalyst loading of 10 mg (0.796 mg/cm2) of LNCM achieved 96.4 % removal of TCP (2 mg/L) within 20 min in neutral pH. The redox cycles of surface metals (such as Co3+/Co2+, Ni3+/Ni2+, and Mn4+/Mn3+/Mn2+) in spent LNCM efficiently enhance charge transfer and mediated PAA activation. And intrinsic oxygen vacancies in LNCM facilitated PAA adsorption and its cleavage. The resulting carbon-centered radicals (R-C•, CH3C(O)OO•) and 1O2 are identified as the primary reactive species that collaboratively participate in TCP degradation. Quantitative structure-activity relationship analysis demonstrated a substantial reduction in product toxicity. The successful practical application of the LNCM-PTFE/PAA membrane was exemplified by treating chlorophenol industrial wastewater. This study presents a new LNCM-PTFE/PAA catalytic membrane for high-efficiency water treatment and a novel perspective for green utilization of waste LNCM.

Enhanced biochemical treatment of pulping wastewater by Fenton process: Water quality optimization and detoxification efficiency

Pulping wastewater, characterized by enormous quantities, high pollution load and significant biotoxicity, making its effective treatment crucial for environmental protection. This study evaluated the performance of typical (anaerobic/aerobic) and advanced oxidation (Fenton) processes in pulping wastewater treatment, in relation to physicochemical parameters, acute toxicity and organic indexes. Raw wastewater contains numerous aromatic pollutants with benzene rings and unsaturated bonds, resulted in high pollution load and acute toxicity. Typical treatment process effectively reduced various pollution parameters, with toxicity was significantly decreased or completely removed (83.57–100.00 %). The residual toxicity unit (TU) of aerobic effluent for luminousbacteria and chlorella was only 2.76 and 1.23, respectively. Specifically, acute toxicity showed significantly positively correlated with total nitrogen (TN) and total organic carbon (TOC), positively associated with UV254, while negatively related to humification index (HIX). Although Fenton process optimized wastewater quality, it generated toxic intermediates that increased luminousbacteria toxicity to 5.12 TU, and Daphnia magna toxicity from 0.33 to 0.84 TU. Notably, newly organic pollutants such as Tricosane and Dibutyl phthalate may contributed to increased toxicity. In summary, these results concluded that advanced treatment processes may introduce unexpected toxicity and emphasized the importance of evaluate biotoxicity for environment protection.

Assessment of simultaneous removal of salt and dye by utilizing capacitive deionization and UV-electro oxidation hybrid process in saline wastewater treatment

In this research, the goal was simultaneous elimination of salt (NaCl) and dye (C·I Acid Orange 7 or AO7) through integration of capacitive deionization (CDI) technique with UV-based electrochemical advanced oxidation process (UV-EAOP). To optimize salt adsorption capacity (SAC) of MnO2 electrode, Taguchi's experimental design methodology was employed to fine-tune synthesis parameters, including bath temperature, current density, and precursor concentrations. BiOCl was synthesized and implemented as an anode to bolster AOP's effectiveness. Several experiments were conducted to analyze the effects of applying the combined AOP and CDI. The findings revealed that parameter optimization improved SAC, and the application of UV irradiation decreased electrode's SAC. Furthermore, it was observed that AO7 could enhance SAC while lowering salt adsorption rate (SAR). More importantly, the combined application of CDI and AOP resulted in superior pollutant removal efficiency and improved SAC, despite reduced SAR. Finally, color was entirely eliminated after 90 min, and the generated species were recognized by GC–MS. Additionally, a possible pathway for AO7 degradation was suggested based on the generated species.

Evaluation of pilot-scale drinking water treatment trains using a panel of bioassays

ABSTRACT Chemical water quality monitoring is increasingly complemented with bioassays. In this study, the performance of drinking water treatment technologies was evaluated with bioassays. CALUX reporter gene bioassays and the Ames fluctuation bioassay for mutagenicity were used to analyze the responses of raw feed water with and without a spiking mixture of organic contaminants in five different pilot-scale water treatment trains applying advanced oxidation processes, reverse osmosis and filtration with (biological) activated carbon for the preparation of drinking water. In general, CALUX responses in the spiked feed water were in the same range as in the unspiked feed water, indicating that spiking did not significantly elevate the activity measured in the feed water. This observation was in line with a calculation of the combined additive behavior of the spiking mixture using bioactivities of the spiked chemicals in analog bioassays from ToxCast. This calculation gave no indication of a measurable response in the bioassays to be expected by the spiking, except for oxidative stress. Responses in the Ames fluctuation assay in most feed water were in some cases increased by AOP and mostly removed by active concentrations. The bioassay responses demonstrate the removal of emerging chemicals with different mechanisms of action by different water treatment technologies.

Pd/UiO‐66(Zr)‐2OH as a High‐Performance Catalyst for Hydrogen‐Enhanced Fenton Oxidation of Trimethoprim

ABSTRACTA novel catalyst material named Pd/UiO‐66(Zr)‐2OH was successfully developed and applied in a hydrogen‐promoted Fenton system for the efficient catalytic oxidation of the widely used antibiotic trimethoprim (TMP). The UiO‐66(Zr)‐2OH, as the carrier of catalyst in this work, was synthesized through a solvothermal method. The Pd0 nanoparticle, as the active center of the catalyst, was loaded onto its surface by the “ship‐in‐a‐bottle” strategy. The results showed that the composite Pd/UiO‐66(Zr)‐2OH demonstrated excellent catalytic performance during the reaction, achieving over 97% of TMP removal efficiency within 180 min under optimal conditions under the condition of only trace of iron without adding H2O2. This may be attributed to the fact that the [H], as a clean and efficient reducing agent, can be utilized to accelerate the regeneration of Fe2+ in the Fenton reaction, as well as in the in‐situ regeneration of H2O2. The key parameters affecting the removal efficiency of TMP, including the initial pH and concentration of Fe2+, the dosage of the synthesized material, the flow rate of H2 and the stirring speed were investigated systematically. The Pd/UiO‐66(Zr)‐2OH exhibited high stability and reusability, maintaining over 82% of its initial degradation efficiency of TMP after six reaction cycles. The mechanistic insight revealed that the system primarily relied on the generation of hydroxyl radical (·OH) and singlet oxygen (1O2) for the degradation of TMP, which was verified through quenching experiments and electron spin resonance (ESR). The degradation pathway of TMP was elucidated by analyzing intermediates and the reduction in total organic carbon (TOC). This research offers novel conceptual insights into the evolution and application of advanced oxidation technologies, efficient degradation of emerging pollutants, and expansion of pathways for hydrogen resource utilization.

Application of electrochemical flow-through oxidation technology in the treatment of concentrated water from nanofiltration and reverse osmosis in the coal chemical industry

In the coal chemical industry, the concentrated waters produced by nanofiltration and reverse osmosis are usually evaporated and crystallized. During the evaporation crystallization process, high COD levels can lead to problems such as the entrainment of liquid droplets and excessive amounts of mother liquor. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop efficient, stable, and engineering-applicable organic matter degradation technologies before the evaporation crystallization process. In this study, Ti-ENTA/SnO2-Sb and GF-5 were combined as cathodes to form an electrochemical flow-through oxidation system to treat nanofiltration concentrate (NFCs) and reverse osmosis concentrate (ROCs). The experimental results show that within the current density range of 10–20 mA·cm−2, the chemical oxygen demand (COD) removal rates of NFCs and ROCs are 55.3 %–85.2 % and 49.9 %–93.6 %, respectively. And the oxidation system can be used stably for a long time, fully meeting the practical application needs. In addition, this article further analyzed the effects of current density, initial organic matter concentration, pH value, and electrode spacing on COD removal. The results indicate that the COD removal efficiency is mainly affected by current density and initial organic matter concentration. Finally, a comprehensive comparison was made on the efficiency and cost of various advanced oxidation technologies in treating wastewater. The results indicate that the electrochemical flow-through oxidation system has significant cost advantages. The cost of processing NFCs and ROCs per cubic meter is $0.96 and $1.23, respectively. These findings indicate that the electrochemical flow-through oxidation system proposed is an advanced oxidation technology with economic benefits and practical application prospects.

Catalyst Activation of Peroxymonosulfate for Reactive Species Generation and Organic Pollutant Degradation: A Mini Review

This review focuses on the application and mechanisms of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) in advanced oxidation processes (AOPs). It clarifies the significance of PMS in degrading organic pollutants, highlighting its high efficiency in treating persistent contaminants, such as antibiotics. The review details the roles and mechanisms of various catalysts, including single-atom catalysts, metal oxides, non-metal oxides and their composites, as well as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), in activating PMS. It emphasizes the influence of catalyst surface active sites on both radical and nonradical activation pathways. Key factors affecting PMS activation efficiency, such as PMS concentration, pH value, coexisting ions, and temperature, are examined to underline the importance of optimizing these parameters for effective reaction conditions. By synthesizing existing research, the review not only illustrates the extensive application potential of PMS in AOPs but also identifies future research challenges and directions. This provides a theoretical foundation and technical support for developing efficient, economical, and sustainable water treatment technologies.