A Simple Pathway to the Synthesis of Magnetic Nanoparticles with Immobilized Metal Ions for the Fast Removal of Microcystins in Water

Cu2+-immobilized magnetic nanoparticles (Cu2+ MNs; see image) were prepared through a facile approach and the synthesized Cu2+ MNs were successfully applied for the first time to the removal of microcystins (MCs) via a direct high-pressure liquid chromatography analysis. The resulting Cu2+-MNs with adsorbed MCs can be easily removed from mixture with the help of a magnet. The removal process is facile, efficient, and economical. Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2296/2007/z700149_s.pdf or from the author. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.