The environmental impacts of industrial and agro-industrial wastewater have become a pressing concern, necessitating urgent action to develop more effective treatment methods. Traditional treatment methods are proving inadequate for removing emerging contaminants, heralding a demand for more sophisticated, integrated solutions. Catalytic, biocatalytic, and hybrid processes have risen to the forefront of research due to their innovative combination of chemical, biological, and physical treatments. These approaches improve pollutant degradation while adhering to sustainability standards, thereby reducing energy consumption and enhancing resource recovery.

The primary objective of this research topic is to streamline the development and efficacy of catalytic, biocatalytic, and hybrid processes for treating wastewater from industrial and agro-industrial sources. The aim is to refine these techniques to not only accelerate degradation of pollutants but also to incorporate state-of-the-art materials like metal oxide nanoparticles, enzyme-immobilized systems, and novel adsorbents. Research will focus heavily on exploring the cooperative effects of chemical-biological treatment combinations to provide scalable, economically viable, and sustainable wastewater solutions.

In extending the frontiers of wastewater management, the research outlined here delimits its focus to novel and innovative treatment mechanisms. To delve deeper into this field, submissions are encouraged that cover a spectrum of cutting-edge topics:

- Development of catalytic and biocatalytic processes: Employing nanomaterials and enzymes for effective pollutant breakdown.
- Hybrid treatment strategies: Merging various treatment techniques to augment remediation efficacy.
- Nanotechnology and sustainable adsorbents: Innovating with nano-engineered materials and green adsorbents for optimal pollutant removal.
- Innovative process optimization: Showcasing avant-garde methods in process integration for enhanced treatment outcomes.
- Impact and feasibility studies: Evaluating the environmental and economic sustainability of new treatment technologies.

Contributions may include original research, thorough reviews, perspective pieces, or mini reviews, all aimed at enriching our knowledge and methods for handling wastewater treatment challenges.

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