A biobased mussel-inspired hydrogel enables the high-efficiency oil/water separation

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• High-efficiency oil/water separation is achieved with a mussel-inspired hydrogel, demonstrating effective properties.
• The hydrogel enhances separation performances significantly, performing better than standard methods available.
• Assessment using various separation tests reveals the hydrogel's superior efficiency in challenging oily mixtures.
• This innovative approach highlights the potential of biobased materials in developing sustainable environmental solutions.