A molecularly imprinted
affinity membrane (MIAM) can perform separation with high selectivity due
to its unique molecular recognition introduced from the molecular-printing
technique. In this way, a MIAM is able to separate a specific or targeted
molecule from a mixture. In addition, it is possible to achieve high
selectivity while maintaining membrane permeability. Various methods
have been developed to produce a MIAM with high selectivity and productivity,
with their respective advantages and disadvantages. In this paper,
the MIAM is reviewed comprehensively, from the fundamentals of the
affinity membrane to its applications. First, the development of a
MIAM and various preparation methods are presented. Then, applications
of MIAMs in sensor, metal ion separation, and organic compound separation
are discussed. The last part of the review discusses the outlook of
MIAMs for future development.