High-flux reverse osmosis membranes incorporated with hydrophilic additives for brackish water desalination

► Novel high-flux reverse osmosis membranes incorporated with hydrophilic additives were synthesized and characterized. ► The high-flux membrane showed a flux of 52.6 gal/ft2/day and a salt rejection of about 98.8% or greater. ► This membrane exhibited a stable desalination performance during a 30-day test.