Revolutionary Water Filtration System Developed at The University of Texas

The portable, affordable, and efficient system could transform global access to clean drinking water.

Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a portable water filtration system that can make water from nearby streams and rivers drinkable.
The system uses a syringe to collect dirty water and injects it into a hydrogel filter that removes nearly all tiny particles.
The filter is made of low-cost, sustainable, readily available materials and can be used up to 30 times before needing to be replaced.
The system has been tested with various water sources, including muddy water, river water, and water contaminated with microplastics.
The researchers aim to further develop the technology for larger scale use to address global drinking water needs.