scholarly journals Photocatalytic and Antibacterial Properties of a 3D Flower-Like TiO2 Nanostructure Photocatalyst

Scanning ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Yunping Zhang ◽  
Xi Liu ◽  
Mahani Yusoff ◽  
Mohd Hasmizam Razali
Keyword(s):  
Titanium Dioxide ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Methyl Orange ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Photogenerated Electron ◽  
Anatase Tio2 ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Antibacterial Material ◽  
Tio2 Nanostructure

Flower-like titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanostructures are successfully synthesized using a hybrid sol-gel and a simple hydrothermal method. The sample was characterized using various techniques to study their physicochemical properties and was tested as a photocatalyst for methyl orange degradation and as an antibacterial material. Raman spectrum and X-ray diffraction (XRD) pattern show that the phase structure of the synthesized TiO2 is anatase with 80-100 nm in diameter and 150–200 nm in length of flower-like nanostructures as proved by field emission scanning electron microscope (FESEM). The energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) analysis of flower-like anatase TiO2 nanostructure found that only titanium and oxygen elements are present in the sample. The anatase phase was confirmed further by a high-resolution transmission electron microscope (HRTEM) and selected area electron diffraction (SAED) pattern analysis. The Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) result shows that the sample had a large surface area (108.24 m2/g) and large band gap energy (3.26 eV) due to their nanosize. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) analysis revealed the formation of Ti4+ and Ti3+ species which could prevent the recombination of the photogenerated electron, thus increased the electron transportation and photocatalytic activity of flower-like anatase TiO2 nanostructure to degrade the methyl orange (83.03%) in a short time (60 minutes). These properties also support the good performance of flower-like titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanostructure as an antibacterial material which is comparable with penicillin which is 13.00 ± 0.02   mm inhibition zone against Staphylococcus aureus.

scholarly journals Preparation and Characterization of Visible-Light-Activated Fe-N Co-Doped TiO2and Its Photocatalytic Inactivation Effect on Leukemia Tumors

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kangqiang Huang ◽  
Li Chen ◽  
Jianwen Xiong ◽  
Meixiang Liao
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Light Therapy ◽  
Cell Counting ◽  
Visible Absorption ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Photocatalytic Inactivation ◽  
Inactivation Efficiency ◽  
Co Doped

The Fe-N co-doped TiO2nanocomposites were synthesized by a sol-gel method and characterized by scanning electron microscope (SEM), transmission electron microscope (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), ultraviolet-visible absorption spectroscopy (UV-vis) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). Then the photocatalytic inactivation of Fe-N-doped TiO2on leukemia tumors was investigated by using Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8) assay. Additionally, the ultrastructural morphology and apoptotic percentage of treated cells were also studied. The experimental results showed that the growth of leukemic HL60 cells was significantly inhibited in groups treated with TiO2nanoparticles and the photocatalytic activity of Fe-N-TiO2was significantly higher than that of Fe-TiO2and N-TiO2, indicating that the photocatalytic efficiency could be effectively enhanced by the modification of Fe-N. Furthermore, when 2 wt% Fe-N-TiO2nanocomposites at a final concentration of 200 μg/mL were used, the inactivation efficiency of 78.5% was achieved after 30-minute light therapy.

Preparation of Carbon Nanofibers from Polyacrylonitrile Nanofibers by Electrospinning

2011 ◽  
Vol 415-417 ◽  
pp. 642-647
Author(s):  
En Zhong Li ◽  
Da Xiang Yang ◽  
Wei Ling Guo ◽  
Hai Dou Wang ◽  
Bin Shi Xu
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Carbon Nanofibers ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Solution Concentration ◽  
Dimethyl Formamide ◽  
Ultrafine Fibers ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Scanning Electron ◽  
Pan Fibers

Ultrafine fibers were electrospun from polyacrylonitrile (PAN)/N,N-dimethyl formamide (DMF) solution as a precursor of carbon nanofibers. The effects of solution concentration, applied voltage and flow rate on preparation and morphologies of electrospun PAN fibers were investigated. Morphologies of the green fibers, stabilized fibers and carbonized fibers were compared by scanning electron microscope (SEM). The diameter of PAN nanofibers is about 450nm and the distribution of diameter is well-proportioned. Characterization of the elements changes of fibers were performed by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS).

X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy and Resonant X-ray Spectroscopy Investigations of Interactions between Thin Metal Catalyst Films and Amorphous Titanium Dioxide Photoelectrode Protection Layers

2021 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 1265-1275
Author(s):  
Matthias H. Richter ◽  
Wen-Hui Cheng ◽  
Ethan J. Crumlin ◽  
Walter S. Drisdell ◽  
Harry A. Atwater ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Titanium Dioxide ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Thin Metal ◽  
Metal Catalyst ◽  
X Ray

scholarly journals Lactoferrin/Calcium Phosphate-Modified Porous Ti by Biomimetic Mineralization: Effective Infection Prevention and Excellent Osteoinduction

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 992
Author(s):  
Song Chen ◽  
Yuanli He ◽  
Linna Zhong ◽  
Wenjia Xie ◽  
Yiyuan Xue ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Biomimetic Mineralization ◽  
Matrix Mineralization ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Porous Ti ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Modification Of Titanium

The surface modification of titanium (Ti) can enhance the osseointegration and antibacterial properties of implants. In this study, we modified porous Ti discs with calcium phosphate (CaP) and different concentrations of Lactoferrin (LF) by biomimetic mineralization and examined their antibacterial effects and osteogenic bioactivity. Firstly, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), the fluorescent tracing method, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and the releasing kinetics of LF were utilized to characterize the modified Ti surface. Then, the antibacterial properties against S. sanguis and S. aureus were investigated. Finally, in vitro cytological examination was performed, including evaluations of cell adhesion, cell differentiation, extracellular matrix mineralization, and cytotoxicity. The results showed that the porous Ti discs were successfully modified with CaP and LF, and that the LF-M group (200 μg/mL LF in simulated body fluid) could mildly release LF under control. Further, the LF-M group could effectively inhibit the adhesion and proliferation of S. sanguis and S. aureus and enhance the osteogenic differentiation in vitro with a good biocompatibility. Consequently, LF-M-modified Ti may have potential applications in the field of dental implants to promote osseointegration and prevent the occurrence of peri-implantitis.

scholarly journals Photocatalytic activity of Cu2O/ZnO nanocomposite for the decomposition of methyl orange under visible light irradiation

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 104-113 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xian-sheng Wang ◽  
Yu-duo Zhang ◽  
Qiao-chu Wang ◽  
Bo Dong ◽  
Yan-jia Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Methyl Orange ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Visible Region ◽  
Methyl Orange Solution ◽  
Degradation Efficiency ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Consistent Performance ◽  
Two Phases

AbstractZnO is modified by Cu2O by the process of precipitation and calcination. X-ray diffraction has shown that Cu2O/ZnO catalysts are made of highly purified cubic Cu2O and hexagonal ZnO. Scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy have shown that ZnO adhered to the surface of Cu2O. Due to the doping of Cu2O, the absorption range of the Cu2O/ZnO catalyst is shifted from the ultraviolet to the visible region due to diffuse reflection. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and photoluminescence spectra have confirmed that there is a substantial interaction between the two phases of the resultant catalyst. The degradation efficiency of Cu2O/ZnO on methyl orange solution is obviously enhanced compared to Cu2O and ZnO. The maximum degradation efficiency is 98%. The degradation efficiency is affected by the pH of the solution and initial concentration. After three rounds of recycling, the degradation rate is almost same. This shows a consistent performance of Cu2O/ZnO. The increase in catalytic ability is related to the lattice interaction caused by the doping of Cu2O.

scholarly journals Photocatalytic Degradation of Estriol Using Iron-Doped TiO2 under High and Low UV-Irradiation

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Irwing M. Ramírez-Sánchez ◽  
Erick R. Bandala
Keyword(s):  
Photocatalytic Activity ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Uv Irradiation ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy ◽  
Bet Surface Area ◽  
Doped Tio2 ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Iron Doped

Iron Doped TiO2 nanoparticles (Fe-TiO2) were synthesized and photocatalitically investigated under high and low fluence values of UV-radiation. The Fe-TiO2 physical characterization was performed using X-ray Powder Diffraction (XRD), Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) surface area analysis, Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy (DRS), and X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) technique. The XPS evidenced that ferric ion (Fe3+) was in the lattice of TiO2 and co-dopants no intentionally added were also present due to the precursors of the synthetic method. The Fe3+ concentration played a key role in the photocatalytic generation of hydroxyl radical (•OH) and estriol (E3) degradation. Fe-TiO2 materials accomplished E3 degradation, and it was found that the catalyst with 0.3 at. % content of Fe (0.3 Fe-TiO2) enhanced the photocatalytic activity under low UV-irradiation compared with no intentionally Fe-added TiO2 (zero-iron TiO2) and Aeroxide® TiO2 P25. Furthermore, the enhanced photocatalytic activity of 0.3 Fe-TiO2 under low UV-irradiation may have applications when radiation intensity must be controlled, as in medical applications, or when strong UV absorbing species are present in water.

scholarly journals Fenton Degradation of Ofloxacin Using a Montmorillonite-Fe3O4 Composite

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 32
Author(s):  
Alamri Rahmah Dhahawi Ahmad ◽  
Saifullahi Shehu Imam ◽  
Wen Da Oh ◽  
Rohana Adnan
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
High Efficiency ◽  
Solar Irradiation ◽  
Precipitation Process ◽  
Wastewater Remediation ◽  
Solution Ph ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Subsequent Degradation ◽  
Co Precipitation

In this work, FeM composites consisting of montmorillonite and variable amounts of Fe3O4 were successfully synthesized via a facile co-precipitation process. They were characterized using X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), field emission scanning electron microscope (FESEM), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), transmission electron microscope (TEM), N2 adsorption-desorption, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) techniques to explain the effect of Fe3O4 content on the physicochemical properties of the Fe3O4-montmorillonite (FeM) composites. The FeM composites were subsequently used as heterogeneous Fenton catalysts to activate green oxidant (H2O2) for the subsequent degradation of ofloxacin (OFL) antibiotic. The efficiency of the FeM composites was studied by varying various parameters of Fe3O4 loading on montmorillonite, catalyst dosage, initial solution pH, initial OFL concentration, different oxidants, H2O2 dosage, reaction temperature, inorganic salts, and solar irradiation. Under the conditions of 0.75 g/L FeM-10, 5 mL/L H2O2, and natural pH, almost 81% of 50 mg/L of OFL was removed within 120 min in the dark, while total organic carbon (TOC) reduction was about 56%. Moreover, the FeM-10 composite maintained high efficiency and was stable even after four continuous cycles, making it a promising candidate in real wastewater remediation.

Influence of Ag Doping on the Crystal Structure and Photocatalytic Activity of FeVO4

2011 ◽  
Vol 197-198 ◽  
pp. 919-925 ◽  
Author(s):  
Min Wang ◽  
Qiong Liu
Keyword(s):  
Photocatalytic Activity ◽  
Methyl Orange ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Methyl Orange Solution ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Electron Hole ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Orange Solution ◽  
Decoloration Rate

Silver (Ag+) doped iron (III) vanadate (FeVO4) samples are prepared by the precipitation method and then characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscope (SEM), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS). The photocatalytic activity under visible light is evaluated by photocatalytic degradation of methyl orange (MO) in the solution. The results show that both FeVO4 and Ag+ doped FeVO4 samples are triclinic, the later have different surface morphology, and some needle-shaped materials appear in the later. From XPS, there are more Fe2+ ions in Ag+ doped FeVO4 sample than that in FeVO4 one without Ag+. It indicates that Ag+ doping can increase the density of the surface oxygen vacancies of catalysts, which can act as electron traps promoting the electron-hole separation and then increase the photo-activity. The decoloration rate after Ag+ doping against methyl orange solution can reach about 81%, and be more about 20％ than that of pure FeVO4.

scholarly journals Preparation and Photocatalytic Performances of WO3/TiO2 Composite Nanofibers

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Xiuping Han ◽  
Binghua Yao ◽  
Keying Li ◽  
Wenjing Zhu ◽  
Xuyuan Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Photocatalytic Oxidation ◽  
Composite Nanofibers ◽  
Photogenerated Electron ◽  
Xrd Analysis ◽  
Catalytic Performance ◽  
Active Species ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Bet Analysis ◽  
Electron Holes

The use of sunlight for photocatalytic oxidation is an ideal strategy, but it is limited by factors such as insufficient light absorption intensity of the photocatalyst and easy recombination of photogenerated electron holes. TiO2 is favored by researchers as an environment-friendly catalyst. In this paper, TiO2 is combined with WO3 to obtain a nanofiber with excellent catalytic performance under sunlight. The WO3/TiO2 composite nanofibers were synthesized by using the electrospinning method. The X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis indicated that WO3 was successfully integrated onto the surface of TiO2. The photodegradation performance and photocurrent analysis of the prepared nanofibers showed that the addition of WO3 really improved the photocatalytic performance of TiO2 nanofibers, methylene blue (MB) degradation rate increased from 72% to 96%, and 5% was the optimal composite mole percentage of W to Ti. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), UV-Vis diffuse reflectance spectra (UV-Vis DRS), and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) analysis further characterized the properties of 5% WO3/TiO2 nanofibers. The H2 generation rate of 5% WO3/TiO2 nanofibers was 107.15 μmol·g−1·h−1, in comparison with that of TiO2 nanofibers (73.21 μmol·g−1·h−1) under the same condition. The 5% WO3/TiO2 produced ·OH under illumination, which played an important role in the MB degradation. Also, the enhanced photocatalytic mechanism was also proposed based on the detailed analysis of the band gap and the active species trapping experiment. The results indicated that the effective separation of Z-scheme photogenerated electron-hole pairs and transfer system constructed between TiO2 and WO3 endowed the excellent photocatalytic activity of 5% WO3/TiO2 nanofibers.

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