# Membrane Water Filters This Water Filter System Was Developed By Indian Scientists By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-02-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-filter-system References: [thehindu](http://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/iisc-researchers-produce-a-superior-water-filter/article6933487.ece) Researchers at the [Indian Institute of Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyesports-3) in Bangalore have developed a special [membrane water filter system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptable-water-purification-system) that can produce safe drinking water by filtering out nano-particles and destroying E. coli bacteria. The membrane in question was developed by mixing two different polymers that have selective separation properties that allow them to form a nano-porous membrane, which effectively filters water by getting rid of harmful bacteria and other miniscule and unwanted materials. The end result is an effective water filter system that both separates bacteria while also lasting for a long period of time. Polluted and otherwise unsafe drinking water is a problem in underdeveloped parts of India as well as in many other regions of the world, so this kind of technological breakthrough is very welcome. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Nano-particle Filtration:** Developing advanced membrane filters that can effectively remove nano-particles from water presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the water filtration industry. - **E. Coli Bacteria Elimination:** Creating innovative filter systems that can efficiently destroy E. coli bacteria in water offers disruptive potential in the field of water purification technology. - **Long-lasting Water Filters:** Designing durable water filtration systems that can maintain high performance over an extended period of time opens up possibilities for disruptive advancements in the water treatment sector. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Water Filtration:** The development of membrane water filters with nano-particle filtration capabilities presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the water filtration industry. - **Water Purification Technology:** Advancements in filter systems that effectively eliminate E. coli bacteria from water offer disruptive potential in the field of water purification technology. - **Water Treatment:** Creating long-lasting water filters that maintain optimal performance provides opportunities for disruptive innovation in the water treatment industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stackable Electricity-Free Water Filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electricityfree-water-filter.md) - [Elegant Instant Water Filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tappwater-ecopro-compact.md) - [Compatibly Compact Water Filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-water-filter.md) - [Skin-Caring Water Filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filterbaby-2-0.md) - [Portable Water Filtration Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-water-filtration-system.md) - [Water Purifier Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladislamp-disinfection.md) - [Miniature Water Filtration Straws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peak-solo.md) - [Dual Filtration Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-filter-tumbler.md) - [Bulbous Clay-Made Water Filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biologique-water-filter.md)