Separation nanotechnology of diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid bonded magnetic nanoparticles for spent nuclear fuel

► Magnetic behavior of MNPs makes easier to isolate them in presence of small field. ► Given method shows rapid separation, high removal efficiency, and cost effective. ► Studied the separation dynamics and forces acting on coated MNPs in steady flow. ► Magnetization and size of the MNP get affected by its surface functionalization.