Book Review: Fundamentals of Membrane Separation Technology authored by Zhan Wang

Abstract

This review evaluates Fundamentals of Membrane Separation Technology (Elsevier; 2024), authored by Prof. Zhan Wang [1], a senior membrane scientist from the Beijing University of Technology who has extensively contributed to polymeric membranes, membrane fabrication, and industrial membrane applications. It summarizes scope and structure, highlights the book’s major contributions to membrane science and engineering, comments on clarity and organization, notes teaching value and industrial usefulness. It also incorporates recent industrial trends such as digital monitoring, energy efficiency, hybrid processes, and sustainability considerations. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of membrane science, materials, fabrication, modeling, and applications, making it a valuable resource for graduate education and professional practice. While comprehensive, the book could include more quantitative case studies, expanded diagrams, and deeper coverage of emerging digital tools. Nevertheless, the book remains an authoritative and contemporary reference for students, researchers, and engineers across water treatment, bioprocessing, chemical processing, and environmental engineering.