1
|
Kodithuwakku P, Jayasundara D, Munaweera I, Jayasinghe R, Thoradeniya T, Bogahawatta A, Manuda KRJ, Weerasekera M, Kottegoda N. Ilmenite-Grafted Graphene Oxide as an Antimicrobial Coating for Fruit Peels. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:26568-26581. [PMID: 38911717 PMCID: PMC11191080 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c03231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2024] [Revised: 05/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 06/25/2024]
Abstract
Postharvest loss is a significant global challenge that needs to be urgently addressed to sustain food systems. This study describes a simple microwave-assisted green synthesis method in developing a nanohybrid material combining natural ilmenite (FeTiO3) and graphene oxide (GO) as a promising antimicrobial fruit peel coating to reduce postharvest loss. The natural ilmenite was calcined in an inert environment and was mixed with GO in a microwave reactor to obtain the nanohybrid. The nanohybrid was then incorporated into an alginate biopolymer to form the fruit coating. Microscopic images revealed successful grafting of FeTiO3 nanoparticles onto the GO sheets. Spectroscopic measurements of Raman, X-ray photoemission, and infrared provided insights into the interactions between the two matrices. The optical band gap calculated from Tauc's relation using UV-vis data showed a significant reduction in the band gap of the hybrid compared to that of natural ilmenite. The antimicrobial activity was assessed using Escherichia coli, which showed a substantial decrease in colony counts. Bananas coated with the nanohybrid showed a doubling in the shelf life compared with uncoated fruits. Consistent with this, the electronic nose (E-nose) measurements and freshness indicator tests revealed less deterioration of the physicochemical properties of the coated bananas. Overall, the results show promising applications for the ilmenite-grafted GO nanohybrid as a food coating capable of minimizing food spoilage due to microbial activity.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Piyumi Kodithuwakku
- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Soratha Mawatha, Nugegoda 10250, Sri Lanka
| | | | - Imalka Munaweera
- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Soratha Mawatha, Nugegoda 10250, Sri Lanka
- Instrument
Center, Faculty of Applied Sciences, University
of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Soratha Mawatha, Nugegoda 10250, Sri Lanka
| | - Randika Jayasinghe
- Department
of Civil and Environmental Technology, Faculty of Technology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Pitipana, Nugegoda 10100, Sri Lanka
| | - Tharanga Thoradeniya
- Department
of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Kynsey Road, Colombo 003000, Sri Lanka
| | - Achala Bogahawatta
- Department
of Microbiology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Soratha Mawatha, Nugegoda 10250, Sri Lanka
| | | | - Manjula Weerasekera
- Department
of Microbiology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Soratha Mawatha, Nugegoda 10250, Sri Lanka
| | - Nilwala Kottegoda
- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Soratha Mawatha, Nugegoda 10250, Sri Lanka
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Jayasundara R, Tan HY, Yan CF, Bandara J. Photocatalytic microbial disinfection under indoor conditions: Prospects and challenges of near IR-photoactive materials. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 237:116929. [PMID: 37598839 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.116929] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2023] [Revised: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023]
Abstract
The accumulation of microbes especially in the air and in water bodies is causing the major disease outbreaks. Indoor environment remediation methods are necessary today to clean up these microbes. Among the remediation methods available, in situ generation of highly reactive and oxidizing radical species by advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) inactivate most of the microbes unselectively. Of these AOPs, photocatalytic microbial disinfection especially under indoor conditions is of great interest to maintain microbe-free indoor environment. For efficient microbes' inactivation under indoor conditions, the near IR and IR response of the photocatalysts must be improved. Though the photocatalytic disinfection of microbes using semiconductor-based photocatalysts has been extensively investigated, most of the photocatalysts that have been investigated are either weekly responsive or totally not irresponsive to IR photons due to inappropriate bandgap energies. Several strategies have been investigated to enhance the light harvesting properties of semiconductor based photocatalysts under indoor conditions and make them active to near IR and IR radiations. This review summarizes the recent progress in the field of materials for photocatalysts employed for microbial removal in indoor environments over the past decade as well as outlines key perspectives to enlighten future researches. The paper details the fundamentals of photocatalysis and basic properties of photocatalytic materials in the disinfection of common microbes under indoor conditions. The applications of photocatalytic materials in the disinfection of microbes in indoor environmental conditions are discussed and reviewed. Finally, the remaining challenges and future strategies/prospects in the design and synthesis of IR (and near IR) responsive photocatalysts are discussed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ruwandhi Jayasundara
- National Institute of Fundamental Studies, Hantana Road, CP, 20000, Kandy, Sri Lanka
| | - Hong-Yi Tan
- Guangzhou Institute of Energy Conversion, Chinese Academic of Sciences, No.2 Nengyuan Road, Wushan, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, 510640, China
| | - Chang-Feng Yan
- Guangzhou Institute of Energy Conversion, Chinese Academic of Sciences, No.2 Nengyuan Road, Wushan, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, 510640, China.
| | - Jayasundera Bandara
- National Institute of Fundamental Studies, Hantana Road, CP, 20000, Kandy, Sri Lanka; Guangzhou Institute of Energy Conversion, Chinese Academic of Sciences, No.2 Nengyuan Road, Wushan, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, 510640, China.
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Mosoarca G, Vancea C, Popa S, Dan M, Boran S. Utilizing Novel Lignocellulosic Material from Hart's-Tongue Fern ( Asplenium scolopendrium) Leaves for Crystal Violet Adsorption: Characterization, Application, and Optimization. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3923. [PMID: 37835973 PMCID: PMC10575424 DOI: 10.3390/polym15193923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/26/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023] Open
Abstract
In this work, a new lignocellulosic adsorbent was obtained and tested for crystal violet dye removal from water. The material was obtained from hart's-tongue fern (Asplenium scolopendrium) leaves after minimal processing, without chemical or thermal treatment. The surface of the material was characterized using a variety of techniques, including FTIR, SEM, and color analysis. The effect of various factors on the adsorption capacity was then investigated and discussed. The kinetic and equilibrium studies showed that the general-order kinetic model and the Sips isotherm are the most suitable to describe the adsorption process. The equilibrium time was reached after 20 min and the maximum calculated value of the adsorption capacity was 224.2 (mg g-1). The determined values for the thermodynamic parameters indicated physical adsorption as the main mechanism involved in the process. The Taguchi method was used to optimize the adsorption conditions and identify the most influential controllable factor, which was pH. ANOVA (general linear model) was used to calculate the percentage contribution of each controllable factor to dye removal efficiency. Analysis of all the results shows that hart's-tongue fern (Asplenium scolopendrium) leaves are a very inexpensive, readily available, and effective adsorbent for removing crystal violet dye from aqueous solutions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | | | - Mircea Dan
- Faculty of Industrial Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Politehnica University Timisoara, Bd. V. Parvan, No. 6, 300223 Timisoara, Romania; (G.M.); (C.V.); (S.P.)
| | - Sorina Boran
- Faculty of Industrial Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Politehnica University Timisoara, Bd. V. Parvan, No. 6, 300223 Timisoara, Romania; (G.M.); (C.V.); (S.P.)
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Kanwal A, Shahzadi T, Riaz T, Zaib M, Khan S, Habila MA, Sillanpaa M. Photocatalytic Degradation Studies of Organic Dyes over Novel Cu/Ni Loaded Reduced Graphene Oxide Hybrid Nanocomposite: Adsorption, Kinetics and Thermodynamic Studies. Molecules 2023; 28:6474. [PMID: 37764250 PMCID: PMC10535993 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28186474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Revised: 07/22/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
Abstract
Nowadays, for environmental remediation, photocatalytic process involving graphene-based semiconductors is considered a very promising oxidation process for water treatment. In the present study, nanocomposite (Cu/Ni/rGO) has been synthesized by Dypsis lutescens leaf extract. Characterization of the sample was carried out by UV-visible spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) analysis, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). Different parameters like contact time, nanocatalyst amount, dye concentration, effect of temperature. and pH factor were optimized to examine the maximum removal efficiency for dyes rhodamine B and alizarine R with and without visible light source. In both cases, i.e., with or without light, maximum removal was observed at 20 mg of nanocatalyst for 5 ppm concentration of both dyes at 45 °C temperature and pH 10 for rhodamine B and pH 4 for alizarine R, respectively with a 20 min contact time. Maximum removal of dyes 93% rhodamine B and 91% alizarine R were observed under a tungsten lamp as compared to without a tungsten lamp, i.e., 78% of RhB and 75% of AR from mixture solution of these dyes. To assess the rate of reaction, spontaneity, and nature of reaction thermodynamics, kinetics and adsorption isotherms were studied. Thermodynamic values indicated that both dyes depicted endothermic and spontaneous degradation processes. Isotherm data fitted best to a Freundlich isotherm, while results of kinetic studies of both dyes followed the pseudo 2nd order kinetic equation. In the end, scavenging radical studies concluded that hydroxyl radicals were the main active specie involved in the photocatalytic degradation process, and regeneration experiments resulted that Cu/Ni/rGO nanocomposites were re-utilized for about four times.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Amina Kanwal
- Department of Chemistry, Government College Women University Sialkot, Sialkot 51310, Pakistan; (A.K.)
| | - Tayyaba Shahzadi
- Department of Chemistry, Government College Women University Sialkot, Sialkot 51310, Pakistan; (A.K.)
| | - Tauheeda Riaz
- Department of Chemistry, Government College Women University Sialkot, Sialkot 51310, Pakistan; (A.K.)
| | - Maria Zaib
- Department of Chemistry, University of Jhang, Jhang 35200, Pakistan
| | - Safia Khan
- Shandong Technology Centre of Nanodevices and Integration, School of Microelectronics, Shandong University, Jinan 250101, China;
| | - Mohamed A. Habila
- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia;
| | - Mika Sillanpaa
- Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Aarhus University, Nørrebrogade 44, 8000 Aarhus, Denmark;
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Araújo ES, Pereira MFG, da Silva GMG, Tavares GF, Oliveira CYB, Faia PM. A Review on the Use of Metal Oxide-Based Nanocomposites for the Remediation of Organics-Contaminated Water via Photocatalysis: Fundamentals, Bibliometric Study and Recent Advances. TOXICS 2023; 11:658. [PMID: 37624163 PMCID: PMC10458580 DOI: 10.3390/toxics11080658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2023] [Revised: 07/23/2023] [Accepted: 07/25/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
Abstract
The improper disposal of toxic and carcinogenic organic substances resulting from the manufacture of dyes, drugs and pesticides can contaminate aquatic environments and potable water resources and cause serious damage to animal and human health and to the ecosystem. In this sense, heterogeneous photocatalysis stand out as one effective and cost-effective water depollution technique. The use of metal oxide nanocomposites (MON), from the mixture of two or more oxides or between these oxides and other functional semiconductor materials, have gained increasing attention from researchers and industrial developers as a potential alternative to produce efficient and environmentally friendly photocatalysts for the remediation of water contamination by organic compounds. Thus, this work presents an updated review of the main advances in the use of metal oxide nanocomposites-based photocatalysts for decontamination of water polluted by these substances. A bibliometric analysis allowed to show the evolution of the importance of this research topic in the literature over the last decade. The results of the study also showed that hierarchical and heterogeneous nanostructures of metal oxides, as well as conducting polymers and carbon materials, currently stand out as the main materials for the synthesis of MON, with better photocatalysis performance in the degradation of dyes, pharmaceuticals and pesticides.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Evando S. Araújo
- Research Group on Electrospinning and Nanotechnology Applications, Department of Materials Science, Federal University of San Francisco Valley, Juazeiro 48902-300, Brazil;
| | - Michel F. G. Pereira
- Research Group on Electrospinning and Nanotechnology Applications, Department of Materials Science, Federal University of San Francisco Valley, Juazeiro 48902-300, Brazil;
| | - Georgenes M. G. da Silva
- Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of the Sertão Pernambucano, Petrolina 56314-520, Brazil;
| | - Ginetton F. Tavares
- Research and Extension Center, Laboratory of Fuels and Materials (NPE/LACOM), Department of Chemistry, Federal University of Paraíba, Campus I, João Pessoa 58051-900, Brazil;
| | - Carlos Y. B. Oliveira
- Laboratory of Phycology, Department of Botany, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis 88040-535, Brazil;
| | - Pedro M. Faia
- Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, Centre for Mechanical Engineering, Materials and Processes (CEMMPRE), FCTUC, University of Coimbra, Polo 2, Pinhal de Marrocos, 3030-290 Coimbra, Portugal;
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Verma R, Chauhan MS, Pandey S, Dandia A. Reduced graphene Oxide/NiO based nano-composites for the efficient removal of alizarin dye, indigo dye and reduction of nitro aromatic compounds. Heliyon 2023; 9:e17162. [PMID: 37484436 PMCID: PMC10361311 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e17162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Revised: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 07/25/2023] Open
Abstract
Removal of alizarin red S (ARS) and Indigo dye from aqueous media and reduction of nitro aromatic compounds are successfully done under mild condition by using reduced Graphene Oxide-Nickel Oxide (rGO-NiO) nanocomposite as catalyst. RGO-NiO is well characterized by different analytical techniques. Morphology, structural, and composition studies done by HRTEM, FESEM, EDX, TGA, FTIR, XPS, Raman spectroscopy, and XRD. RGO-NiO nanocomposite has high stability for the removal of ARS, Indigo dye, reduction reaction nitro aromatic compounds.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Renu Verma
- ASAS, Amity University Rajasthan, Jaipur, 303002, India
| | | | | | - Anshu Dandia
- Department of Chemistry, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, 302004, India
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Oyetade JA, Machunda RL, Hilonga A. Functional impacts of polyaniline in composite matrix of photocatalysts: an instrumental overview. RSC Adv 2023; 13:15467-15489. [PMID: 37223409 PMCID: PMC10201395 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra01243c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023] Open
Abstract
The challenges associated with photocatalysts including their agglomeration, electron-hole recombination and limited optoelectronic reactivity to visible light during the photocatalysis of dye-laden effluent make it necessary to fabricate versatile polymeric composite photocatalysts, and in this case the incredibly reactive conducting polyaniline can be employed. The selection of polyaniline among the conducting polymers is based on its proficient functional impacts in composite blends and proficient synergism with other nanomaterials, especially semiconductor catalysts, resulting in a high photocatalytic performance for the degradation of dyes. However, the impacts of PANI in the composite matrix, which result in the desired photocatalytic activities, can only be assessed using multiple characterization techniques, involving both microscopic and spectroscopic assessment. The characterization results play a significant role in the detection of possible points of agglomeration, surface tunability and improved reactivity during the fabrication of composites, which are necessary to improve their performance in the photocatalysis of dyes. Accordingly, studies revealed the functional impacts of polyaniline in composites including morphological transformation, improved surface functionality, reduction in agglomeration and lowered bandgap potential employing different characterization techniques. In this review, we present the most proficient fabrication techniques based on the in situ approach to achieve improved functional and reactive features and efficiencies of 93, 95, 96, 98.6 and 99% for composites in dye photocatalysis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Joshua Akinropo Oyetade
- School of Materials, Energy, Water and Environmental Science, Nelson Mandela African of Institution of Sciences and Technology PO Box 447 Arusha Tanzania
| | - Revocatus Lazaro Machunda
- School of Materials, Energy, Water and Environmental Science, Nelson Mandela African of Institution of Sciences and Technology PO Box 447 Arusha Tanzania
| | - Askwar Hilonga
- School of Materials, Energy, Water and Environmental Science, Nelson Mandela African of Institution of Sciences and Technology PO Box 447 Arusha Tanzania
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Xia C, Li X, Wu Y, Suharti S, Unpaprom Y, Pugazhendhi A. A review on pollutants remediation competence of nanocomposites on contaminated water. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 222:115318. [PMID: 36693465 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.115318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2022] [Revised: 01/08/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
Abstract
Clean freshwater has been required for drinking, sanitation, agricultural activities, and industry, as well as for the development and maintenance of the eco - systems on which all livelihoods rely. Water contamination is currently a significant concern for researchers all over the world; hence it is essential that somehow this issue is resolved as soon as possible. It is now recognised as one of the most important research areas in the world. Current wastewater treatment techniques degrade a wide range of wastewaters efficiently; however, such methods have some limitations. Recently, nanotechnology has emerged as a wonderful solution, and researchers are conducting research in this water remediation field with a variety of potential applications. The pollutants remediation capability of nanocomposites as adsorbents, photocatalysts, magnetic separation, and so on for contaminant removal from contaminated water has been examined in this study. This study has spotlighted the most significant nanocomposites invention reported to date for contaminated and effluent remediation, as well as a research gap as well as possible future perspectives.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Changlei Xia
- Jiangsu Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, International Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, 210037, China
| | - Xiang Li
- Jiangsu Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, International Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, 210037, China
| | - Yingji Wu
- Jiangsu Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, International Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, 210037, China
| | - Suharti Suharti
- Department of Chemistry, State University of Malang, Malang, East Java, Indonesia
| | - Yuwalee Unpaprom
- Program in Biotechnology, Maejo University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
| | - Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
- School of Engineering, Lebanese American University, Byblos, Lebanon; University Centre for Research & Development, Department of Civil Engineering, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India.
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Alomair N, Al-Aqeel NS, Alabbad SS, Kochkar H, Berhault G, Younas M, Jomni F, Hamdi R, Ercan I. The Role of the Ferroelectric Polarization in the Enhancement of the Photocatalytic Response of Copper-Doped Graphene Oxide-TiO 2 Nanotubes through the Addition of Strontium. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:8303-8319. [PMID: 36910964 PMCID: PMC9996589 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c06717] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2022] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
Abstract
To evaluate the potential role of in situ formed Sr-Ti-O species as a ferroelectric component able to enhance the photocatalytic properties of an adjacent TiO2 semiconductor, Cu-doped/graphene oxide (GO)/TiO2 nanotubes (TiNTs) composites (with 0.5 wt % Cu and 1.0 wt % GO) have been synthesized while progressive amounts of strontium (up to 1.0 wt %) were incorporated at the surface of the composite through incipient wetness impregnation followed by post-thermal treatment at 400 °C. The different resulting photocatalytic systems were then first deeply characterized by means of N2 adsorption-desorption measurements, X-ray diffraction (XRD), UV-vis diffuse reflectance (UV-vis DR), Raman and photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopies, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) (with energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy and Z-mapping). In a second step, optimization of the kinetic response of the Sr-containing composites was performed for the formic acid photodegradation under UV irradiation. The Sr-containing Cu/GO/TiNT composites were then fully characterized by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) for their dielectric properties showing clearly the implication of polarization induced by the Sr addition onto the stabilization of photogenerated charges. Finally, a perfect correlation between the photocatalytic kinetic evaluation and dielectric properties undoubtedly emphasizes the role of ferroelectric polarization as a very valuable approach to enhance the photocatalytic properties in an adjacent semiconductor.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nuhad
Abdullah Alomair
- Department
of Chemistry, College of Science, Imam Abdulrahman
Bin Faisal University, P. O. Box 1982, 31441 Dammam, Saudi Arabia
- Basic
& Applied Scientific Research Center, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, P. O. Box 1982, 31441 Dammam, Saudi Arabia
| | - Nouf Saleh Al-Aqeel
- Department
of Chemistry, College of Science, Imam Abdulrahman
Bin Faisal University, P. O. Box 1982, 31441 Dammam, Saudi Arabia
- Basic
& Applied Scientific Research Center, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, P. O. Box 1982, 31441 Dammam, Saudi Arabia
| | - Sanaa Saad Alabbad
- Department
of Chemistry, College of Science, Imam Abdulrahman
Bin Faisal University, P. O. Box 1982, 31441 Dammam, Saudi Arabia
| | - Hafedh Kochkar
- Department
of Chemistry, College of Science, Imam Abdulrahman
Bin Faisal University, P. O. Box 1982, 31441 Dammam, Saudi Arabia
- Basic
& Applied Scientific Research Center, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, P. O. Box 1982, 31441 Dammam, Saudi Arabia
| | - Gilles Berhault
- Institut
de Recherches sur la Catalyse et l’Environnement de Lyon, CNRS−Université Lyon I, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
| | - Muhammad Younas
- Core
Research Facilities, King Fahd University
of Petroleum and Minerals, 31261 Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
| | - Fathi Jomni
- Départment
de Physique, Faculté des Science de Tunis, Université Tunis El Manar, Campus
Universitaire, Tunis 1002 Tunisia
| | - Ridha Hamdi
- Basic
& Applied Scientific Research Center, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, P. O. Box 1982, 31441 Dammam, Saudi Arabia
| | - Ismail Ercan
- Department
of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Düzce University, Düzce 81010, Turkey
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Photocatalytic dye degradation efficiency and reusability of aluminium substituted nickel ferrite nanostructures for wastewater remediation. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2023.110532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/17/2023]
|
11
|
Shaheen S, Saeed Z, Ahmad A, Pervaiz M, Younas U, Mahmood Khan RR, Luque R, Rajendran S. Green synthesis of graphene-based metal nanocomposite for electro and photocatalytic activity; recent advancement and future prospective. CHEMOSPHERE 2023; 311:136982. [PMID: 36309056 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.136982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2022] [Revised: 09/10/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
Abstract
The presence of pollutants in waste water is a demanding problem for human health. Investigations have been allocated to study the adsorptive behavior of graphene-based materials to remove pollutants from wastewater. Graphene (GO) due to its hydrophilicity, high surface area, and oxygenated functional groups, is an effective adsorbent for the removal of dyes and heavy metals from water. The disclosure of green synthesis opened the gateway for the economic productive methods. This article reveals the fabrication of graphene-based composite from aloe vera extract using a green method. The proposed mechanism of GO reduction via plant extract has also been mentioned in this work. The mechanism associated with the removal of dyes and heavy metals by graphene-based adsorbents and absorptive capacities of heavy metals has been discussed in detail. The toxicity of heavy metals has also been mentioned here. The Polyaromatic resonating system of GO develops significant π-π interactions with dyes whose base form comprises principally oxygenated functional groups. This review article illustrates a literature survey by classifying graphene-based composite with a global market value from 2010 to 2025 and also depicts a comparative study between green and chemical reduction methods. It presents state of art for the fabrication of GO with novel adsorbents such as metal, polymer, metal oxide and elastomers-based nanocomposites for the removal of pollutants. The current progress in the applications of graphene-based composites in antimicrobial, anticancer, drug delivery, and removal of dyes with photocatalytic efficacy of 73% is explored in this work. It gives a coherent overview of the green synthesis of graphene-based composite, various prospective for the fabrication of graphene, and their biotoxicity.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Shumila Shaheen
- Department of Chemistry, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
| | - Zohaib Saeed
- Department of Chemistry, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
| | - Awais Ahmad
- Departmento de Quimica Organicia, Universitidad de Cordoba, Edificio Marie Curie (C-3) Ctra Nnal IV-A ,km 396, E14104, Cordoba, Spain
| | - Muhammad Pervaiz
- Department of Chemistry, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan.
| | - Umer Younas
- Department of Chemistry, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
| | | | - Rafael Luque
- Departmento de Quimica Organicia, Universitidad de Cordoba, Edificio Marie Curie (C-3) Ctra Nnal IV-A ,km 396, E14104, Cordoba, Spain; Peoples Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University), 6 Miklukho Maklaya str., 117198, Moscow, Russian Federation.
| | - Saravanan Rajendran
- Departamento de Ingeniería Mecánica, Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad de Tarapacá, Avda. General Velásquez, 1775, Arica, Chile.
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Kong EDH, Chau JHF, Lai CW, Khe CS, Sharma G, Kumar A, Siengchin S, Sanjay MR. GO/TiO 2-Related Nanocomposites as Photocatalysts for Pollutant Removal in Wastewater Treatment. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:nano12193536. [PMID: 36234665 PMCID: PMC9565631 DOI: 10.3390/nano12193536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2022] [Revised: 09/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
Abstract
Water pollution has been a prevalent issue globally for some time. Some pollutants are released into the water system without treatment, making the water not suitable for consumption. This problem may lead to more grave problems in the future including the destruction of the ecosystem along with the organisms inhabiting it, and illness and diseases endangering human health. Conventional methods have been implemented to remove hazardous pollutants such as dyes, heavy metals, and oil but are incapable of doing so due to economic restraints and the inability to degrade the pollutants, leading to secondary pollution. Photocatalysis is a more recently applied concept and is proven to be able to completely remove and degrade pollutants into simpler organic compounds. Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is a fine example of a photocatalyst owing to its cost-effectiveness and superb efficiency. However, issues such as the high recombination rate of photogenerated electrons along with positive holes while being only limited to UV irradiation need to be addressed. Carbonaceous materials such as graphene oxide (GO) can overcome such issues by reducing the recombination rate and providing a platform for adsorption accompanied by photocatalytic degradation of TiO2. The history and development of the synthesis of GO will be discussed, followed by the methods used for GO/TiO2 synthesis. The hybrid of GO/TiO2 as a photocatalyst has received some attention in the application of wastewater treatment due to its efficiency and it being environmentally benign. This review paper thereby aims to identify the origins of different pollutants followed by the sickness they may potentially inflict. Recent findings, including that GO/TiO2-related nanocomposites can remove pollutants from the water system, and on the photodegradation mechanism for pollutants including aromatic dyes, heavy metal and crude oil, will be briefly discussed in this review. Moreover, several crucial factors that affect the performance of photocatalysis in pollutant removal will be discussed as well. Therefore, this paper presents a critical review of recent achievements in the use of GO/TiO2-related nanocomposites and photocatalysis for removing various pollutants in wastewater treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ethan Dern Huang Kong
- Nanotechnology and Catalysis Research Centre (NANOCAT), Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS), University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia
- Department of Fundamental and Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP), Seri Iskandar 32610, Malaysia
- Correspondence: (E.D.H.K.); (C.W.L.)
| | - Jenny Hui Foong Chau
- Nanotechnology and Catalysis Research Centre (NANOCAT), Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS), University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia
| | - Chin Wei Lai
- Nanotechnology and Catalysis Research Centre (NANOCAT), Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS), University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia
- Correspondence: (E.D.H.K.); (C.W.L.)
| | - Cheng Seong Khe
- Department of Fundamental and Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP), Seri Iskandar 32610, Malaysia
| | - Gaurav Sharma
- Nanshan District Key Lab for Biopolymer and Safety Evaluation, Guangdong Research Center for Interfacial Engineering of Functional Materials, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Polymer Science and Technology, College of Material Science and Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China
- International Research Center of Nanotechnology for Himalayan Sustainability (IRCNHS), Shoolini University, Solan 173229, India
- School of Science and Technology, Global University, Saharanpur 247001, India
| | - Amit Kumar
- International Research Center of Nanotechnology for Himalayan Sustainability (IRCNHS), Shoolini University, Solan 173229, India
- School of Science and Technology, Global University, Saharanpur 247001, India
| | - Suchart Siengchin
- Natural Composites Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), Bangkok 10800, Thailand
| | - Mavinkere Rangappa Sanjay
- Natural Composites Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), Bangkok 10800, Thailand
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Khan M, Assal ME, Nawaz Tahir M, Khan M, Ashraf M, Rafe Hatshan M, Khan M, Varala R, Mohammed Badawi N, Farooq Adil S. Graphene/Inorganic Nanocomposites: Evolving Photocatalysts for Solar Energy Conversion for Environmental Remediation. JOURNAL OF SAUDI CHEMICAL SOCIETY 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jscs.2022.101544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
|
14
|
Photocatalytic degradation of azo dyes in textile wastewater by Polyaniline composite catalyst-a review. SCIENTIFIC AFRICAN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.sciaf.2022.e01305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
|
15
|
Kodithuwakku P, Jayasundara D, Munaweera I, Jayasinghe R, Thoradeniya T, Weerasekera M, Ajayan PM, Kottegoda N. A Review on Recent Developments in Structural Modification of TiO2 For Food Packaging Applications. PROG SOLID STATE CH 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.progsolidstchem.2022.100369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
|
16
|
Mosoarca G, Popa S, Vancea C, Dan M, Boran S. Removal of Methylene Blue from Aqueous Solutions Using a New Natural Lignocellulosic Adsorbent-Raspberry ( Rubus idaeus) Leaves Powder. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14101966. [PMID: 35631848 PMCID: PMC9143437 DOI: 10.3390/polym14101966] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2022] [Revised: 05/02/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
In this work, raspberry (Rubus idaeus) leaves were converted to powder and used as a new natural lignocellulosic low-cost adsorbent for methylene blue removal from aqueous solutions. Different techniques (FTIR, SEM, color analysis, and pHPZC determination) were applied for adsorbent characterization. The effects of pH, ionic strength, contact time, adsorbent dose, initial deconcentration, and temperature on adsorption capacity were investigated. Equilibrium, kinetic, and thermodynamic studies have shown that the adsorption is best described by the Sips isotherm and pseudo-second-order kinetic model and that the process is spontaneous, favorable, and endothermic, involving physisorption as the main mechanism. The maximum adsorption capacity was 244.6 (mg g−1) higher compared to other adsorbents based on plant leaves. The Taguchi method and the ANOVA analysis were used to optimize the adsorption conditions. The contact time was the factor with the highest influence on the process, while the temperature had the lowest influence. A desorption study was also performed to determine the possibility of adsorbent regeneration.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Simona Popa
- Correspondence: (S.P.); (C.V.); (M.D.); Tel.: +40-256404212 (S.P.); +40-256404194 (C.V.); +40-256404176 (M.D.)
| | - Cosmin Vancea
- Correspondence: (S.P.); (C.V.); (M.D.); Tel.: +40-256404212 (S.P.); +40-256404194 (C.V.); +40-256404176 (M.D.)
| | - Mircea Dan
- Correspondence: (S.P.); (C.V.); (M.D.); Tel.: +40-256404212 (S.P.); +40-256404194 (C.V.); +40-256404176 (M.D.)
| | | |
Collapse
|
17
|
Purabgola A, Mayilswamy N, Kandasubramanian B. Graphene-based TiO 2 composites for photocatalysis & environmental remediation: synthesis and progress. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 29:32305-32325. [PMID: 35137316 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-18983-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 01/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
Abstract
Photoactive nanomaterials constitute an emerging field in nanotechnology, finding an extensive array of applications spanning diverse areas, including electronics and photovoltaic devices, solar fuel cells, wastewater treatment, etc. Titanium dioxide (TiO2), in its thin-film form, has been exhaustively surveyed as potential photocatalysts for environmental remediation owing to its innocuousness, stability, and photocatalytic characteristics when subjected to ultraviolet (UV) irradiation. However, TiO2 has some shortcomings associated with a large bandgap value of around 3.2 eV, making it less efficient in the visible spectral range. TiO2 is often consolidated with various carbon nanomaterials to overcome this limitation and enhance its efficiency. Graphene, a 2-dimensional allotrope of carbon with a bandgap tuned between 0 and 0.25 eV, exhibits unique properties, making it an attractive candidate to augment the photoactivity of semiconductor (SC) oxides. Encapsulating graphene oxide onto TiO2 nanospheres demonstrates intensified photocatalytic properties and exceptional recyclability for the degeneration of certain dyes, including Rhodamine B. This review encompasses various techniques to synthesize graphene-based TiO2 photoactive composites, emphasizing graphene capsulized hollow titania nanospheres, nanofibers, core/shell, and reduced graphene oxide-TiO2-based nanocomposites. It also consolidates the application of the aforestated nanocomposites for the disintegration of various synthetic dyes, proving efficacious for water decontamination and degradation of chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Furthermore, graphene-based TiO2 nanocomposites used as lithium (Li)-ion batteries manifesting substantial electrochemical performance and solar fuel cells for energy production are discussed here.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Anushka Purabgola
- Centre for Converging Technologies, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, 302004, Rajasthan, India
| | - Neelaambhigai Mayilswamy
- Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DU), Ministry of Defence, Girinagar, Pune, 411025, Maharashtra, India
| | - Balasubramanian Kandasubramanian
- Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DU), Ministry of Defence, Girinagar, Pune, 411025, Maharashtra, India.
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Nag I. Development of a combinatory filtration system for pollution and virus abatement by optimized nanoparticle deposition. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0264991. [PMID: 35358232 PMCID: PMC8970518 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0264991] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2021] [Accepted: 02/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
PM2.5, particulate matter less than 2.5 microns, is the leading contributor to air pollution which results in cardio-vascular and respiratory diseases. Recent studies also indicate a strong correlation between ambient air pollution and COVID-19 cases, which have affected the lives of billions of people globally. Abatement technologies such as ionic and other high efficiency filtration systems are expensive and unaffordable in communities with limited resources. The goal of this study was to develop a mask with an optimized nanoparticle coating which has a dual capability of particulate matter and virus filtration, while being affordable and safe for human use. The nanoparticles were selected for their filtration and virucidal capabilities. Particle filtration efficiency, tested with a wind tunnel and PM2.5 from incense sticks measured by laser particle detectors, improved by ~60% with nanoparticle coatings on KN95 and surgical masks. Virus filtration efficiency, tested using nebulized NaCl particles as a virus surrogate, improved by 95% with coated masks. The nanoparticle retention efficacy, tested by simulating a normal 8-hour workday, was well within the permissible exposure limits. This technology has several applications such as in personal protective equipment for virus protection, and in air-conditioning and car cabin filters for pollution abatement. In conclusion, the chosen combination of nanoparticles provides an effective and safe solution for both particulate matter and viral particle filtration.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ishika Nag
- Seminole State College, Sanford, FL, United States of America
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Thirumal V, Yuvakkumar R, Kumar PS, Ravi G, Keerthana SP, Velauthapillai D. Facile single-step synthesis of MXene@CNTs hybrid nanocomposite by CVD method to remove hazardous pollutants. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 286:131733. [PMID: 34340116 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2021.131733] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2021] [Revised: 07/13/2021] [Accepted: 07/28/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
Abstract
In the present work, facile preparation of MXenes based nanocomposite (MXene-CNTs) through catalytic chemical vapor deposition (cCVD) was demonstrated. The novel design of two and one-dimensional (2D/1D) MXene-CNTs composites for an extraordinary photocatalytic process for removal of Rhodamine B (RhB) using efficient photocatalytic dye degradations was compared to the performance of pure MXene. The surface morphological behavior of MAX, MXene and MXene-CNTs rational design of surface microstructure CNTs anchored on 2D materials MXene nanosheets product was characterized employing scanning electron microscopy (SEM). As-prepared direct growth CNTs by employing CVD method were in the size ranges of 40-90 nm as revealed from SEM images. The crystallographic structures of etching and delaminations of MAX and MXene-CNTs were observed for CNTs diffracted peaks at 2θ = 25.11° in support of (002) plan. The major C-O and (CC) stretching were confirmed. Prepared MXene and MXene-CNTs samples photocatalytic performance was investigated through photocatalytic Rhodamine B (RhB) dye degradation. MXene-based CNTs hybrid nanocomposites photocatalysts activity were estimated. The as-prepared pure MXene-RhB and MXene-CNTs-RhB materials calculated efficiency were 60 % and 75 %, respectively. The CVD preparations of new MXene-CNTs synthesis yield high and explored good successive cycles for hazardous pollutants.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- V Thirumal
- Department of Physics, Alagappa University, Karaikudi, 630 003, Tamil Nadu, India
| | - R Yuvakkumar
- Department of Physics, Alagappa University, Karaikudi, 630 003, Tamil Nadu, India.
| | - P Senthil Kumar
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, Chennai, 603110, India; Centre of Excellence in Water Research (CEWAR), Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, Chennai, 603110, India.
| | - G Ravi
- Department of Physics, Alagappa University, Karaikudi, 630 003, Tamil Nadu, India
| | - S P Keerthana
- Department of Physics, Alagappa University, Karaikudi, 630 003, Tamil Nadu, India
| | - Dhayalan Velauthapillai
- Faculty of Engineering and Science, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Bergen, 5063, Norway
| |
Collapse
|
20
|
Patil DR, Sarode KM, Nerkar DM, Patil UD, Bachhav SG, Sonawane US, Paliwal N. Sonocatalytic Degradation of Methylene Blue by MoS2-RGO Nanocomposites. RUSSIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY A 2021. [DOI: 10.1134/s0036024421120153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
|
21
|
Morphology-Governed Performance of Multi-Dimensional Photocatalysts for Hydrogen Generation. ENERGIES 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/en14217223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
Abstract
In the past few decades, extensive studies have been performed to utilize the solar energy for photocatalytic water splitting; however, up to the present, the overall efficiencies reported in the literature are still unsatisfactory for commercialization. The crucial element of this challenging concept is the proper selection and design of photocatalytic material to enable significant extension of practical application perspectives. One of the important features in describing photocatalysts, although underestimated, is particle morphology. Accordingly, this review presents the advances achieved in the design of photocatalysts that are dedicated to hydrogen generation, with an emphasis on the particle morphology and its potential correlation with the overall reaction performance. The novel concept of this work—with the content presented in a clear and logical way—is based on the division into five parts according to dimensional arrangement groups of 0D, 1D, 2D, 3D, and combined systems. In this regard, it has been shown that the consideration of the discussed aspects, focusing on different types of particle morphology and their correlation with the system’s efficiency, could be a promising route for accelerating the development of photocatalytic materials oriented for solar-driven hydrogen generation. Finally, concluding remarks (additionally including the problems connected with experiments) and potential future directions of particle morphology-based design of photocatalysts for hydrogen production systems have been presented.
Collapse
|
22
|
Modified TiO2-rGO Binary Photo-Degradation Nanomaterials: Modification, Mechanism, and Perspective. CATALYSIS SURVEYS FROM ASIA 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s10563-021-09349-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
|
23
|
Jamjoum HAA, Umar K, Adnan R, Razali MR, Mohamad Ibrahim MN. Synthesis, Characterization, and Photocatalytic Activities of Graphene Oxide/metal Oxides Nanocomposites: A Review. Front Chem 2021; 9:752276. [PMID: 34621725 PMCID: PMC8490810 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2021.752276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2021] [Accepted: 09/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
Abstract
Sustainable water processing techniques have been extensively investigated and are capable of improving water quality. Among the techniques, photocatalytic technology has shown great potential in recent years as a low cost, environmentally friendly and sustainable technology. However, the major challenge in the industrial development of photocatalyst technology is to develop an ideal photocatalyst which must have high photocatalytic activity, a large specific surface area, harvest sunlight and shows recyclability. Keeping these views, the present review highlighted the synthesis approaches of graphene/metal oxide nanocomposite, characterization techniques and their prominent applications in photocatalysis. Various parameters such as photocatalyst loading, structure of photocatalyst, temperature, pH, effect of oxidizing species and wavelength of light were addressed which could affect the rate of degradation. Moreover, the formation of intermediates during photo-oxidation of organic pollutants using these photocatalysts is also discussed. The analysis concluded with a synopsis of the importance of graphene-based materials in pollutant removal. Finally, a brief overview of the problems and future approaches in the field is also presented.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Hayfa Alajilani Abraheem Jamjoum
- School of Chemical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Sabratha, Sabratha, Libya
| | - Khalid Umar
- School of Chemical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
| | - Rohana Adnan
- School of Chemical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
| | - Mohd. R. Razali
- School of Chemical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
| | | |
Collapse
|
24
|
Photocatalysis and Li-Ion Battery Applications of {001} Faceted Anatase TiO2-Based Composites. J 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/j4030038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
Abstract
Anatase TiO2 are the most widely used photocatalysts because of their unique electronic, optical and catalytic properties. Surface chemistry plays a very important role in the various applications of anatase TiO2 especially in the catalysis, photocatalysis, energy conversion and energy storage. Control of the surface structure by crystal facet engineering has become an important strategy for tuning and optimizing the physicochemical properties of TiO2. For anatase TiO2, the {001} crystal facets are the most reactive because they exhibit unique surface characteristics such as visible light responsiveness, dissociative adsorption, efficient charge separation capabilities and photocatalytic selectivity. In this review, a concise survey of the literature in the field of {001} dominated anatase TiO2 crystals and their composites is presented. To begin, the existing strategies for the synthesis of {001} dominated anatase TiO2 and their composites are discussed. These synthesis strategies include both fluorine-mediated and fluorine-free synthesis routes. Then, a detailed account of the effect of {001} facets on the physicochemical properties of TiO2 and their composites are reviewed, with a particular focus on photocatalysis and Li-ion batteries applications. Finally, an outlook is given on future strategies discussing the remaining challenges for the development of {001} dominated TiO2 nanomaterials and their potential applications.
Collapse
|
25
|
Ullah H, Khan Z, Nasir JA, Balkan T, Butler IS, Kaya S, Rehman ZU. Green synthesis of mesoporous MoS2 nanoflowers for efficient photocatalytic degradation of Congo red dye. J COORD CHEM 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/00958972.2021.1962523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Haseeb Ullah
- Department of Chemistry, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Koç University Tüpraş Energy Center (KUTEM), Istanbul, Turkey
| | - Zaibunisa Khan
- Department of Chemistry, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Department of Chemistry, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, Pakistan
| | - Jamal Abdul Nasir
- Department of Chemistry, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Department of Chemistry, Kathleen Lonsdale Materials Chemistry, University College London, London, UK
| | - Timuçin Balkan
- Koç University Tüpraş Energy Center (KUTEM), Istanbul, Turkey
- Department of Chemistry, Koç University, Istanbul, Turkey
| | - Ian S. Butler
- Department of Chemistry, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
| | - Sarp Kaya
- Koç University Tüpraş Energy Center (KUTEM), Istanbul, Turkey
- Department of Chemistry, Koç University, Istanbul, Turkey
| | - Zia ur Rehman
- Department of Chemistry, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
| |
Collapse
|
26
|
Hafeez A, Shezad N, Javed F, Fazal T, Saif ur Rehman M, Rehman F. Synergetic effect of packed-bed corona-DBD plasma micro-reactor and photocatalysis for organic pollutant degradation. Sep Purif Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2021.118728] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
|
27
|
Jinendra U, Bilehal D, Nagabhushana BM, Kumar AP. Adsorptive removal of Rhodamine B dye from aqueous solution by using graphene-based nickel nanocomposite. Heliyon 2021; 7:e06851. [PMID: 33997391 PMCID: PMC8093476 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e06851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2020] [Revised: 01/01/2021] [Accepted: 04/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
Abstract
In this work, reduced graphene oxide-nickel (RGO–Ni) nanocomposite is synthesized. X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and SEM–EDS (Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy) are used to study the crystalline nature, morphology and elemental composition of the RGO–Ni nanocomposite, respectively. As synthesized RGO–Ni nanocomposite is used to develop selective adsorptive removal of Rhodamine B (RhB) dye from the aqueous solution. The experiments have been performed to investigate RhB uptake via RGO–Ni nanocomposites which include, contact time (60 min), initial dye concentration (50 mg/100 ml), adsorbent dosage (0.5 mg) and pH 8 of dye solution. The equilibrium concentration is determined by using different models namely, Freundlich, Langmuir and Tempkin. Langmuir isotherm has been fitted well. Langmuir and Tempkin equations are determined to have good agreement with the correlation coefficient data. The kinetic study concluded that RhB dye adsorption follows with the pseudo-second-order kinetic model. Further, adsorption mechanism of RGO–Ni is proposed which involves three steps. The synthesized adsorbent is compared with the other adsorbents in the literature and indicates that RGO–Ni nanocomposite used in this study shown better results for a particular adsorption capacity than polymeric, natural and synthetic bioadsorbents. The regeneration and reusability experiments suggest RGO–Ni nanocomposite can be used for many numbers of times for purification/adsorption.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Usha Jinendra
- Department of Chemistry, Karnatak University, Dharwad 560008, Karnataka, India
| | - Dinesh Bilehal
- Department of Chemistry, Karnatak University, Dharwad 560008, Karnataka, India
| | - B M Nagabhushana
- Department of Chemistry, MSRIT, Bengaluru 560054, Karnataka, India
| | - Avvaru Praveen Kumar
- Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Applied Natural Science, Adama Science and Technology University, P.O. Box: 1888, Adama, Ethiopia
| |
Collapse
|
28
|
Padmanabhan NT, Thomas N, Louis J, Mathew DT, Ganguly P, John H, Pillai SC. Graphene coupled TiO 2 photocatalysts for environmental applications: A review. CHEMOSPHERE 2021; 271:129506. [PMID: 33445017 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2020.129506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2020] [Revised: 12/28/2020] [Accepted: 12/29/2020] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
Abstract
Nanostructured photocatalysts have always offered opportunities to solve issues concerned with the environmental challenges caused by rapid urbanization and industrialization. These materials, due to their tunable physicochemical characteristics, are capable of providing a clean and sustainable ecosystem to humanity. One of the current thriving research focuses of visible-light-driven photocatalysts is on the nanocomposites of titanium dioxide (TiO2) with carbon nanostructures, especially graphene. Coupling TiO2 with graphene has proven more active by photocatalysis than TiO2 alone. It is generally considered that graphene sheets act as an electron acceptor facilitating the transfer and separation of photogenerated electrons during TiO2 excitation, thereby reducing electron-hole recombination. This study briefly reviews the fundamental mechanism and interfacial charge-transfer dynamics in TiO2/graphene nanocomposites. Design strategies of various graphene-based hybrids are highlighted along with some specialized synthetic routes adopted to attain preferred properties. Importantly, the enhancing interfacial charge transfer of photogenerated e¯CB through the graphene layers by morphology orientation of TiO2, predominated exposure of their high energy crystal facets, defect engineering, enhancing catalytic sites in graphene, constructing dedicated architectures, tuning the nanomaterial dimensionality at the interface, and employing the synergism adopted through various modifications, are systematically compiled. Portraying the significance of these photocatalytic hybrids in environmental remediation, important applications including air and water purification, self-cleaning surfaces, H2 production, and CO2 reduction to desired fuels, are addressed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nisha T Padmanabhan
- Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India
| | - Nishanth Thomas
- Nanotechnology and Bio-engineering Research Group, Department of Environmental Science, Institute of Technology Sligo, Sligo, Ireland; Centre for Precision Engineering, Materials and Manufacturing Research (PEM), Institute of Technology Sligo, Sligo, Ireland
| | - Jesna Louis
- Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India; Inter University Centre for Nanomaterials and Devices, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India
| | - Dhanu Treasa Mathew
- Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India
| | - Priyanka Ganguly
- Nanotechnology and Bio-engineering Research Group, Department of Environmental Science, Institute of Technology Sligo, Sligo, Ireland; Centre for Precision Engineering, Materials and Manufacturing Research (PEM), Institute of Technology Sligo, Sligo, Ireland
| | - Honey John
- Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India; Inter University Centre for Nanomaterials and Devices, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India
| | - Suresh C Pillai
- Nanotechnology and Bio-engineering Research Group, Department of Environmental Science, Institute of Technology Sligo, Sligo, Ireland; Centre for Precision Engineering, Materials and Manufacturing Research (PEM), Institute of Technology Sligo, Sligo, Ireland.
| |
Collapse
|
29
|
Gu T, Jin X, Park S, Kim MG, Hwang S. Molecular-Level Control of the Intersheet Distance and Electronic Coupling between 2D Semiconducting and Metallic Nanosheets: Establishing Design Rules for High-Performance Hybrid Photocatalysts. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2021; 8:2004530. [PMID: 33854904 PMCID: PMC8024993 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202004530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2020] [Revised: 01/10/2021] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
Abstract
Hybridization with conductive nanospecies has attracted intense research interest as a general effective means to improve the photocatalytic functionalities of nanostructured materials. To establish universal design rules for high-performance hybrid photocatalysts, correlations between versatile roles of conductive species and interfacial interaction between hybridized species are systematically investigated through fine-control of intersheet distance between photocatalytically active TiO2 and metallic reduced graphene oxide (rGO)/RuO2 nanosheets. Molecular-level tailoring of intersheet distance and electronic coupling between 2D nanosheets can be successfully achieved by restacking of colloidal nanosheet mixture with variable-sized organic intercalants. While the shortest intersheet distance between restacked TiO2 and rGO nanosheets leads to the highest visible-light-driven photocatalytic activity, the best UV-vis photocatalyst performance occurs for moderate intersheet spacing. These results highlight the greater sensitivity of photoinduced electronic excitation to the intersheet distance than that of interfacial charge transfer. The rGO nanosheet can function as effective charge transport pathway and cocatalyst within ≈1.7 nm distance from the semiconducting nanosheet, and as efficient stabilizer for hybridized photocatalyst within ≈1.8 nm. The present study underscores that the intercalative restacking of colloidal nanosheet mixture with intercalants enables molecular-level control of distance between 2D inorganic/graphene nanosheets, which provides a rational design strategy for high-performance hybrid photocatalysts.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Tae‐Ha Gu
- Department of Chemistry and NanoscienceCollege of Natural SciencesEwha Womans UniversitySeoul03760Republic of Korea
| | - Xiaoyan Jin
- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringCollege of EngineeringYonsei UniversitySeoul03722Republic of Korea
| | - So‐Jung Park
- Department of Chemistry and NanoscienceCollege of Natural SciencesEwha Womans UniversitySeoul03760Republic of Korea
| | - Min Gyu Kim
- Beamline Research DivisionPohang Accelerator Laboratory (PAL)Pohang37673Republic of Korea
| | - Seong‐Ju Hwang
- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringCollege of EngineeringYonsei UniversitySeoul03722Republic of Korea
| |
Collapse
|
30
|
Influence of the Thermomechanical Characteristics of Low-Density Polyethylene Substrates on the Thermoresistive Properties of Graphite Nanoplatelet Coatings. COATINGS 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/coatings11030332] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
Morphological, structural, and thermoresistive properties of films deposited on low-density polyethylene (LDPE) substrates are investigated for possible application in flexible electronics. Scanning and transmission electron microscopy analyses, and X-ray diffraction measurements show that the films consist of overlapped graphite nanoplatelets (GNP) each composed on average of 41 graphene layers. Differential scanning calorimetry and dynamic-mechanical-thermal analysis indicate that irreversible phase transitions and large variations of mechanical parameters in the polymer substrates can be avoided by limiting the temperature variations between −40 and 40 °C. Electrical measurements performed in such temperature range reveal that the resistance of GNP films on LDPE substrates increases as a function of the temperature, unlike the behavior of graphite-based materials in which the temperature coefficient of resistance is negative. The explanation is given by the strong influence of the thermal expansion properties of the LDPE substrates on the thermo-resistive features of GNP coating films. The results show that, narrowing the temperature range from 20 to 40 °C, the GNP on LDPE samples can work as temperature sensors having linear temperature-resistance relationship, while keeping constant the temperature and applying mechanical strains in the 0–4.2 × 10−3 range, they can operate as strain gauges with a gauge factor of about 48.
Collapse
|
31
|
TiO2-Graphene Quantum Dots Nanocomposites for Photocatalysis in Energy and Biomedical Applications. Catalysts 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/catal11030319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
Abstract
The focus of current research in material science has shifted from “less efficient” single-component nanomaterials to the superior-performance, next-generation, multifunctional nanocomposites. TiO2 is a widely used benchmark photocatalyst with unique physicochemical properties. However, the large bandgap and massive recombination of photogenerated charge carriers limit its overall photocatalytic efficiency. When TiO2 nanoparticles are modified with graphene quantum dots (GQDs), some significant improvements can be achieved in terms of (i) broadening the light absorption wavelengths, (ii) design of active reaction sites, and (iii) control of the electron-hole (e−-h+) recombination. Accordingly, TiO2-GQDs nanocomposites exhibit promising multifunctionalities in a wide range of fields including, but not limited to, energy, biomedical aids, electronics, and flexible wearable sensors. This review presents some important aspects of TiO2-GQDs nanocomposites as photocatalysts in energy and biomedical applications. These include: (1) structural formulations and synthesis methods of TiO2-GQDs nanocomposites; (2) discourse about the mechanism behind the overall higher photoactivities of these nanocomposites; (3) various characterization techniques which can be used to judge the photocatalytic performance of these nanocomposites, and (4) the application of these nanocomposites in biomedical and energy conversion devices. Although some objectives have been achieved, new challenges still exist and hinder the widespread application of these nanocomposites. These challenges are briefly discussed in the Future Scope section of this review.
Collapse
|
32
|
Novel Structures and Applications of Graphene-Based Semiconductor Photocatalysts: Faceted Particles, Photonic Crystals, Antimicrobial and Magnetic Properties. APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/app11051982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
Abstract
Graphene, graphene oxide, reduced graphene oxide and their composites with various compounds/materials have high potential for substantial impact as cheap photocatalysts, which is essential to meet the demands of global activity, offering the advantage of utilizing “green” solar energy. Accordingly, graphene-based materials might help to reduce reliance on fossil fuel supplies and facile remediation routes to achieve clean environment and pure water. This review presents recent developments of graphene-based semiconductor photocatalysts, including novel composites with faceted particles, photonic crystals, and nanotubes/nanowires, where the enhancement of activity mechanism is associated with a synergistic effect resulting from the presence of graphene structure. Moreover, antimicrobial potential (highly needed these days), and facile recovery/reuse of photocatalysts by magnetic field have been addresses as very important issue for future commercialization. It is believed that graphene materials should be available soon in the market, especially because of constantly decreasing prices of graphene, vis response, excellent charge transfer ability, and thus high and broad photocatalytic activity against both organic pollutants and microorganisms.
Collapse
|
33
|
Olatunde OC, Onwudiwe DC. Graphene-Based Composites as Catalysts for the Degradation of Pharmaceuticals. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:1529. [PMID: 33562739 PMCID: PMC7914572 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18041529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2020] [Revised: 01/20/2021] [Accepted: 01/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Abstract
The incessant release of pharmaceuticals into the aquatic environment continues to be a subject of increasing concern. This is because of the growing demand for potable water sources and the potential health hazards which these pollutants pose to aquatic animals and humans. The inability of conventional water treatment systems to remove these compounds creates the need for new treatment systems in order to deal with these class of compounds. This review focuses on advanced oxidation processes that employ graphene-based composites as catalysts for the degradation of pharmaceuticals. These composites have been identified to possess enhanced catalytic activity due to increased surface area and reduced charge carrier recombination. The techniques employed in synthesizing these composites have been explored and five different advanced oxidation processes-direct degradation process, chemical oxidation process, photocatalysis, electrocatalyis processes and sonocatalytic/sono-photocatalytic processes-have been studied in terms of their enhanced catalytic activity. Finally, a comparative analysis of the processes that employ graphene-based composites was done in terms of process efficiency, reaction rate, mineralization efficiency and time required to achieve 90% degradation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Olalekan C. Olatunde
- Material Science Innovation and Modelling (MaSIM) Research Focus Area, Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Mafikeng Campus, North-West University, Private Bag X2046, Mmabatho 2735, South Africa;
- Department of Chemistry, School of Physical and Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Mafikeng Campus, North-West University, Private Bag X2046, Mmabatho 2735, South Africa
| | - Damian C. Onwudiwe
- Material Science Innovation and Modelling (MaSIM) Research Focus Area, Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Mafikeng Campus, North-West University, Private Bag X2046, Mmabatho 2735, South Africa;
- Department of Chemistry, School of Physical and Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Mafikeng Campus, North-West University, Private Bag X2046, Mmabatho 2735, South Africa
| |
Collapse
|
34
|
Rajkumari N, Dolakashoria S, Goswami P. Plant-Based Natural Dye-Stimulated Visible-Light Reduction of GO and Physicochemical Factors Influencing the Production of Oxidizing Species by a Synthesized (rGO)/TiO 2 Nanocomposite for Environmental Remediation. ACS OMEGA 2021; 6:2686-2698. [PMID: 33553886 PMCID: PMC7860059 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.0c04889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2020] [Accepted: 12/23/2020] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
Abstract
Here, we report our findings related to the structural and photocatalytic considerations that influence the speed of electron-hole separation in semiconductor photocatalysis in the presence of reduced graphene oxide. A comparison of the exterior properties required for the degradation of the dye methylene blue and drug amoxicillin (C16H19N3O5S) as a probe by the synthesized photocatalyst reduced graphene oxide (rGO)/TiO2 nanowire with graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide; TiO2 alone reveals that TiO2 is significantly influenced by three factors: (1) rGO interactions with TiO2 in terms of electron and hole transfer, (2) mode of reduction strategies adopted for reducing graphene oxide, and (3) production of OH• by the catalyst used. This work provides a thorough insight into the smooth, encouraging, and environment-friendly way developed for synthesizing reduced graphene oxide (rGO). The indigo dye-stimulated visible-light reduction methodology not only gives us an easy light-assisted reduction technique but also leads to new ways to get photoactive carbon-based titania semiconductor nanocomposites. Inspired by advances taking place in materials science as well as nanotechnology, we sought to develop improved photocatalytic materials by modifications to anatase TiO2 through which opportunities to improve the performance of photocatalytic pollutant treatment may emerge.
Collapse
|
35
|
Minale M, Gu Z, Guadie A, Kabtamu DM, Li Y, Wang X. Application of graphene-based materials for removal of tetracyclines using adsorption and photocatalytic-degradation: A review. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2020; 276:111310. [PMID: 32891984 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2020.111310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2020] [Revised: 08/12/2020] [Accepted: 08/23/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
Abstract
Tetracyclines are extensively used to treat human and animal infectious diseases due to its effective antimicrobial activities. About 70-90% of its parent materials are released into the environment through urine and feces, implying they are the most frequently detected antibiotics in the environment with high ecological risks. Adsorption and photocatalysis have been promising techniques for the removal of tetracyclines due to effectiveness and efficiency. Graphene-based materials provide promising platforms for adsorptive and photocatalytic removal of tetracyclines from aqueous environment owning to distinctive remarkable physicochemical, optical, and electrical characteristics. Herein, we intensively reviewed the available literatures in order to provide comprehensive insight about the applications and mechanisms of graphene-based materials for removal of tetracyclines via adsorption and phototocatalysis. The synthesis methods of graphene-based materials, the tetracycline adsorption and photocatalytic-degradation conditions, and removal mechanisms have been extensively discussed. Finally concluding remarks and future perspectives have been deduced and recommended to stimulate further researches in the subject. The review study can be used as theoretical guideline for further researchers to improve the current approaches of material synthesis and application towards tetracyclines removal.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mengist Minale
- Institute of Environment for Sustainable Development, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, PR China; Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, 200092, PR China
| | - Zaoli Gu
- Institute of Environment for Sustainable Development, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, PR China; Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, 200092, PR China; College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, PR China.
| | - Awoke Guadie
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Biotechnology Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100085, PR China
| | - Daniel Manaye Kabtamu
- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, PR China
| | - Yuan Li
- Institute of Environment for Sustainable Development, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, PR China; Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, 200092, PR China; College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, PR China
| | - Xuejiang Wang
- Institute of Environment for Sustainable Development, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, PR China; Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, 200092, PR China; College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, PR China.
| |
Collapse
|
36
|
Cai J, Hu S, Xiang J, Zhang H, Men D. The effect of graphitized carbon on the adsorption and photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue over TiO 2/C composites. RSC Adv 2020; 10:40830-40842. [PMID: 35519181 PMCID: PMC9057691 DOI: 10.1039/d0ra01105c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2020] [Accepted: 10/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
Abstract
The TiO2/C composites with approximately 40 wt% of carbon were prepared by calcination of precursors, formed from a one-pot liquid phase reaction between Ti(SO4)2 and flour. All TiO2/C composites displayed mesoporous structures with high BET surface areas (117-138 m2 g-1) and small crystal sizes of TiO2 (8-27 nm). The contents of graphitic carbon and rutile TiO2 increased, while the surface area and TiO2 crystal size decreased for the TiO2/C composite on increasing the calcination temperature from 650 to 800 °C; when calcinated at 800 °C, the anatase TiO2 completely changed into rutile TiO2 in the TiO2/C composite. The TiO2/C composite calcinated at higher temperatures exhibited better adsorptive and photocatalytic degradation performance in the removal of methylene blue (MB). For the entire rutile TiO2/C-800 composite, the adsorption process of MB can be well described by the pseudo-second-order kinetic model and is governed by chemical adsorption with the maximum adsorption capacity value equal to about 15 mg g-1. Under continuous illumination with a 254 nm UV lamp (15 W) for 3 h, the percentage of MB (14 mg l-1) photocatalytic degradation on 50 mg of TiO2/C-800 was 25.1% higher than that of the maximum adsorption removal. These results suggest that the graphitized carbon has a significant effect on the adsorptivity and photocatalytic activity of the TiO2/C composite.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jinlu Cai
- Jiangxi Key Laboratory of Surface Engineering, School of Materials and Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Jiangxi Science and Technology Normal University Xuefu Road 589 Nanchang 330038 China
| | - Shenghua Hu
- Jiangxi Key Laboratory of Surface Engineering, School of Materials and Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Jiangxi Science and Technology Normal University Xuefu Road 589 Nanchang 330038 China
| | - Junhuai Xiang
- Jiangxi Key Laboratory of Surface Engineering, School of Materials and Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Jiangxi Science and Technology Normal University Xuefu Road 589 Nanchang 330038 China
| | - Honghua Zhang
- Jiangxi Key Laboratory of Surface Engineering, School of Materials and Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Jiangxi Science and Technology Normal University Xuefu Road 589 Nanchang 330038 China
| | - Dandan Men
- Jiangxi Key Laboratory of Surface Engineering, School of Materials and Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Jiangxi Science and Technology Normal University Xuefu Road 589 Nanchang 330038 China
| |
Collapse
|
37
|
Mosoarca G, Vancea C, Popa S, Gheju M, Boran S. Syringa vulgaris leaves powder a novel low-cost adsorbent for methylene blue removal: isotherms, kinetics, thermodynamic and optimization by Taguchi method. Sci Rep 2020; 10:17676. [PMID: 33077788 PMCID: PMC7810873 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-74819-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2020] [Accepted: 10/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
In this study, the potential of a new low-cost adsorbent, Syringa vulgaris leaves powder, for methylene blue adsorption from aqueous solution was investigated. The adsorbent surface was examined using SEM and FTIR techniques. The experiments were conducted, in batch system, to find out the effect of pH, contact time, adsorbent dose, initial dye concentration, temperature and ionic strength on dye adsorption. The process is best described by Langmuir isotherm and the pseudo second order kinetic model. Maximum adsorption capacity, 188.2 (mg g−1), is better than other similar adsorbent materials. Thermodynamic parameters revealed a spontaneous and endothermic process, suggesting a physisorption mechanism. A Taguchi orthogonal array (L27) experimental design was used to determine the optimum conditions for the removal of dye. Various desorbing agents were used to investigate the regeneration possibility of used adsorbent. Results suggest that the adsorbent material is very effective for removal of methylene blue from aqueous solutions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Giannin Mosoarca
- Faculty of Industrial Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Politehnica University Timisoara, Bd. V. Parvan No. 6, 300223, Timisoara, Romania
| | - Cosmin Vancea
- Faculty of Industrial Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Politehnica University Timisoara, Bd. V. Parvan No. 6, 300223, Timisoara, Romania.
| | - Simona Popa
- Faculty of Industrial Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Politehnica University Timisoara, Bd. V. Parvan No. 6, 300223, Timisoara, Romania.
| | - Marius Gheju
- Faculty of Industrial Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Politehnica University Timisoara, Bd. V. Parvan No. 6, 300223, Timisoara, Romania
| | - Sorina Boran
- Faculty of Industrial Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Politehnica University Timisoara, Bd. V. Parvan No. 6, 300223, Timisoara, Romania
| |
Collapse
|
38
|
El-Ahmady El-Naggar N, Rabei NH, El-Malkey SE. Eco-friendly approach for biosorption of Pb 2+ and carcinogenic Congo red dye from binary solution onto sustainable Ulva lactuca biomass. Sci Rep 2020; 10:16021. [PMID: 32994453 PMCID: PMC7525567 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-73031-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2020] [Accepted: 09/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/07/2022] Open
Abstract
Dyes constitute an important group of organic contaminants and are recognized for its harmful effects on the aquatic environments and humans. Heavy metals are also the largest group of inorganic pollutants due to their accumulation in the environment, contaminate food chains and cause adverse effects on the living organisms. Biosorption capacity of Ulva lactuca biomass was assessed in batch experiments for simultaneous removal of Pb2+ and Congo red dye from binary solution. The process variables effects on Congo red dye and Pb2+ removal percentages were explored by performing 50 experiments using Face-centered central composite design. The highest removal percentages of Congo red dye (97.89%) and Pb2+ (98.78%) were achieved in the run no. 24, using 100 mg/L Congo red dye, 200 mg/L Pb2+, 3 g/L algal biomass, initial pH 6 and contact time was 120 min at 30 °C. FTIR analysis of the algal biomass showed the existence of many functional groups responsible for the biosorption process. After the biosorption process, SEM analysis revealed obvious morphological changes including surface shrinkage and the presence of new glossy Pb2+ particles, and the EDS spectra reveals presence of additional Pb2+ peak confirming the capacity of Ulva lactuca biomass to remove Pb2+ from binary solution.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Noura El-Ahmady El-Naggar
- Department of Bioprocess Development, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications (SRTA-City), Alexandria, 21934, Egypt.
| | - Nashwa H Rabei
- Department of Bioprocess Development, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications (SRTA-City), Alexandria, 21934, Egypt
| | - Sahar E El-Malkey
- Microbial Biotechnology Department, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Egypt
| |
Collapse
|
39
|
Donga C, Mishra SB, Abd-El-Aziz AS, Mishra AK. Advances in Graphene-Based Magnetic and Graphene-Based/TiO2 Nanoparticles in the Removal of Heavy Metals and Organic Pollutants from Industrial Wastewater. J Inorg Organomet Polym Mater 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s10904-020-01679-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
|
40
|
Bi-Polymer Electrospun Nanofibers Embedding Ag3PO4/P25 Composite for Efficient Photocatalytic Degradation and Anti-Microbial Activity. Catalysts 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/catal10070784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
Abstract
Using a bi-polymer system comprising of transparent poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) and poly(vinyl pyrrolidone) (PVP), a visible light active Ag3PO4/P25 composite was immobilized into the mats of polymeric electrospun nanofibers. After nanofibers synthesis, sacrificial PVP was removed, leaving behind rough surface nanofibers with easy access to Ag3PO4/P25 composite. The remarkable photocatalytic efficiency was attained using a PMMA and Ag3PO4/P25 weight ratio of 1:0.6. Methyl orange (MO) was used to visualize pollutant removal and exhibited stable removal kinetics up to five consecutive cycles under simulated daylight. Also, these polymeric nanofibers (NFs) revealed an important role in the destruction of microorganisms (E. coli), signifying their potential in water purification. A thin film fibrous mat was also used in a small bench scale plug flow reactor (PFR) for polishing of synthetic secondary effluent and the effects of inorganic salts were studied upon photocatalytic degradation in terms of total organic carbon (TOC) and turbidity removal. Lower flow rate (5 mL/h) resulted in maximum TOC and turbidity removal rates of 86% and 50%, respectively. Accordingly, effective Ag3PO4/P25 immobilization into an ideal support material and selectivity towards target pollutants could both enhance the efficiency of photocatalytic process under solar radiations without massive energy input.
Collapse
|
41
|
Abstract
One of the recent trends in textile wastewater treatment has become catalytic ozonation. The necessity of effective color removal in a short treatment time is a standard during industrial implementation. At the same time, efficient chemical oxygen demand (COD), total organic carbon (TOC), and toxic by-product removal are highly expected. This study presents the results of a catalytic ozonation treatment. Three types of catalysts: a metal oxide (TiO2 as P25 by Degussa), activated carbon (nano-powder by Sigma, AC), and metal particles (platinum, 1% wt. supported on AC matrix by Sigma, Pt–AC) have been applied. The investigations were conducted for real industrial wastewater originated in textile dyeing with Reactive Black 5 dye (RB5). The experiments ran for the raw wastewater (without pretreatment), exposed blocking of the catalytic action by all used catalysts. The catalytic effect could be observed when catalytic ozonation was used as a polishing step after electrocoagulation (EC). Although the catalytic effect could be observe for all catalysts then, especially in the removal of colorless by-products, the AC was exposed as the most effective. This contributed to 35% and 40% of TOC and COD removal. While only 18% and 23% of TOC and COD were removed in the same process without AC. The decrease in toxicity was 30%. The results of the study revealed the complexity of the issue and resulted in an extensive discussion devoted to the basis of the catalytic activity of each catalyst.
Collapse
|
42
|
Luo J, Wang Z, Jiang H, Liu S, Xiong FQ, Ma J. Localized Building Titania-Graphene Charge Transfer Interfaces for Enhanced Photocatalytic Performance. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2020; 36:4637-4644. [PMID: 32259452 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.0c00297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
Abstract
Achieving high photocatalytic activity of titania-graphene composites calls for well-controlled titania size and efficient charge transfer interfaces. However, it is rather difficult because of easy restacking of graphene sheets and random nucleation and growth of titania nanoparticles in solution. Here, we reported a facile way to control the TiO2 sizes and interfaces by localizing the nucleation and growth of titania on graphene sheets, which prohibits both restacking of graphene and random growth of TiO2. As a result, a composite with controllably less than 10-nm-sized TiO2 nanoparticles evenly distributed on thin graphene sheets was achieved. Thanks to the small size of titania and efficient charge transfer interfaces, the TiO2/graphene composite exhibits a significant enhancement of photocatalytic H2 evolution activity, reaching 1.35 mmol g-1 h-1. Furthermore, the composite also shows high photocatalytic activity on dye degradation under visible light illumination.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jianqiang Luo
- State Key Laboratory of Nuclear Resources and Environment, East China University of Technology, Nanchang, 330013, Jiangxi, China
- Jiangxi Province Key Laboratory of Polymer Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Devices, Nanchang, 330013, Jiangxi, China
| | - Zhijian Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Coal Conversion, Institute of Coal Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Taiyuan, 030001, China
| | - Hongxia Jiang
- State Key Laboratory of Nuclear Resources and Environment, East China University of Technology, Nanchang, 330013, Jiangxi, China
| | - Shujuan Liu
- State Key Laboratory of Nuclear Resources and Environment, East China University of Technology, Nanchang, 330013, Jiangxi, China
| | - Feng-Qiang Xiong
- State Key Laboratory of Nuclear Resources and Environment, East China University of Technology, Nanchang, 330013, Jiangxi, China
| | - Jianguo Ma
- State Key Laboratory of Nuclear Resources and Environment, East China University of Technology, Nanchang, 330013, Jiangxi, China
| |
Collapse
|
43
|
Two-Dimensional Materials and Composites as Potential Water Splitting Photocatalysts: A Review. Catalysts 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/catal10040464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Hydrogen production via water dissociation under exposure to sunlight has emanated as an environmentally friendly, highly productive and expedient process to overcome the energy production and consumption gap, while evading the challenges of fossil fuel depletion and ecological contamination. Various classes of materials are being explored as viable photocatalysts to achieve this purpose, among which, the two-dimensional materials have emerged as prominent candidates, having the intrinsic advantages of visible light sensitivity; structural and chemical tuneability; extensively exposed surface area; and flexibility to form composites and heterostructures. In an abridged manner, the common types of 2D photocatalysts, their position as potential contenders in photocatalytic processes, their derivatives and their modifications are described herein, as it all applies to achieving the coveted chemical and physical properties by fine-tuning the synthesis techniques, precursor ingredients and nano-structural alterations.
Collapse
|
44
|
Kovačić M, Perović K, Papac J, Tomić A, Matoh L, Žener B, Brodar T, Capan I, Surca AK, Kušić H, Štangar UL, Lončarić Božić A. One-Pot Synthesis of Sulfur-Doped TiO 2/Reduced Graphene Oxide Composite (S-TiO 2/rGO) With Improved Photocatalytic Activity for the Removal of Diclofenac From Water. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2020; 13:E1621. [PMID: 32244708 PMCID: PMC7178290 DOI: 10.3390/ma13071621] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2020] [Revised: 03/26/2020] [Accepted: 03/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
Abstract
Sulfur-doped TiO2 (S-TiO2) composites with reduced graphene oxide (rGO), wt. % of rGO equal to 0.5%, 2.75%, and 5.0%, were prepared by a one-pot solvothermal procedure. The aim was to improve photocatalytic performance in comparison to TiO2 under simulated solar irradiation for the treatment of diclofenac (DCF) in aqueous medium. The obtained composites were characterized for physical-chemical properties using thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), X-ray diffractograms (XRD), Raman, scanning electron microscopy (SEM)/energy dispersive X-ray (EDX), Brauner Emmett Teller (BET), and photoluminescence (PL) analyses, indicating successful sulfur doping and inclusion of rGO. Sulfur doping and rGO have successfully led to a decrease in photogenerated charge recombination. However, both antagonistic and synergistic effects toward DCF treatment were observed, with the latter being brought forward by higher wt.% rGO. The composite with 5.0 wt.% rGO has shown the highest DCF conversion at pH 4 compared to that obtained by pristine TiO2, despite lower DCF adsorption during the initial dark period. The expected positive effects of both sulfur doping and rGO on charge recombination were found to be limited because of the subpar interphase contact with the composite and incomplete reduction of the GO precursor. Consequent unfavorable interactions between rGO and DCF negatively influenced the activity of the studied S-TiO2/rGO photocatalyst under simulated solar irradiation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Marin Kovačić
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and technology, University of Zagreb, Marulićev trg 19, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia; (K.P.); (J.P.); (A.T.); (A.L.B.)
| | - Klara Perović
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and technology, University of Zagreb, Marulićev trg 19, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia; (K.P.); (J.P.); (A.T.); (A.L.B.)
| | - Josipa Papac
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and technology, University of Zagreb, Marulićev trg 19, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia; (K.P.); (J.P.); (A.T.); (A.L.B.)
| | - Antonija Tomić
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and technology, University of Zagreb, Marulićev trg 19, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia; (K.P.); (J.P.); (A.T.); (A.L.B.)
| | - Lev Matoh
- Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Technology, University of Ljubljana, Večna pot 113, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia; (L.M.); (B.Ž.); (U.L.Š.)
| | - Boštjan Žener
- Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Technology, University of Ljubljana, Večna pot 113, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia; (L.M.); (B.Ž.); (U.L.Š.)
| | - Tomislav Brodar
- Division of Material Physics, Ruđer Bošković Institute, Bijenička cesta 54, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia; (T.B.); (I.C.)
| | - Ivana Capan
- Division of Material Physics, Ruđer Bošković Institute, Bijenička cesta 54, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia; (T.B.); (I.C.)
| | - Angelja K. Surca
- Department of Chemistry, National Institute of Chemistry, Hajdrihova 19, SI-1001 Ljubljana, Slovenia;
| | - Hrvoje Kušić
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and technology, University of Zagreb, Marulićev trg 19, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia; (K.P.); (J.P.); (A.T.); (A.L.B.)
| | - Urška Lavrenčič Štangar
- Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Technology, University of Ljubljana, Večna pot 113, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia; (L.M.); (B.Ž.); (U.L.Š.)
| | - Ana Lončarić Božić
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and technology, University of Zagreb, Marulićev trg 19, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia; (K.P.); (J.P.); (A.T.); (A.L.B.)
| |
Collapse
|
45
|
Pyrolytic Formation of TiO2/Carbon Nanocomposite from Kraft Lignin: Characterization and Photoactivities. Catalysts 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/catal10030270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
This article reports on the formation of pyrolytic carbon/TiO2 nanocomposite (p-C/TiO2) by pyrolysis of a mixture of the P25 TiO2 and kraft lignin at 600 °C. The result was characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Raman spectroscopy, UV-visible spectroscopy, electron paramagnetic resonance spectrometry (EPR), thermogravimetry (TGA) and SEM microscopy. Its photocatalytic activity was ascertained using three classes of chemical probes, namely (i) degradation of methylene blue (MB) and rhodamine-B (RhB) dyes in UV light-irradiated aqueous suspensions, (ii) depletion of phenol and (iii) degradation of antibiotics. The p-C/TiO2 nanocomposite is a strong phisisorbent of both MB and RhB nearly twofold with respect to neat TiO2. Although it is nearly twofold more photoactive toward the degradation of MB (0.091 min−1 versus 0.047 min−1), it is not with regard to RhB degradation (0.064 min−1 versus 0.060 min−1). For the degradation of phenol in aqueous media (pH 3), pristine TiO2 was far more effective than p-C/TiO2 for oxygenated suspensions (17.6 × 10−3 mM min−1 versus 4.3 × 10−3 mM min−1). Under an argon atmosphere, the kinetics were otherwise identical. The activity of the material was tested also for a real application in the degradation of a fluoroquinolone antibiotic such as enrofloxacin (ENR) in tap water. It is evident that the photoactivity of a semiconductor photocatalyst is not a constant, but it does depend on the nature of the substrate used and on the experimental conditions. It is also argued that the use of dyes to assess photocatalytic activities when suspensions are subjected to visible light irradiation is to be discouraged as the dyes act as electron transfer photosensitizers and or can undergo photodegradation from their excited states.
Collapse
|
46
|
Liao C, Li Y, Tjong SC. Visible-Light Active Titanium Dioxide Nanomaterials with Bactericidal Properties. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2020; 10:E124. [PMID: 31936581 PMCID: PMC7022691 DOI: 10.3390/nano10010124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2019] [Revised: 01/04/2020] [Accepted: 01/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
Abstract
This article provides an overview of current research into the development, synthesis, photocatalytic bacterial activity, biocompatibility and cytotoxic properties of various visible-light active titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles (NPs) and their nanocomposites. To achieve antibacterial inactivation under visible light, TiO2 NPs are doped with metal and non-metal elements, modified with carbonaceous nanomaterials, and coupled with other metal oxide semiconductors. Transition metals introduce a localized d-electron state just below the conduction band of TiO2 NPs, thereby narrowing the bandgap and causing a red shift of the optical absorption edge into the visible region. Silver nanoparticles of doped TiO2 NPs experience surface plasmon resonance under visible light excitation, leading to the injection of hot electrons into the conduction band of TiO2 NPs to generate reactive oxygen species (ROS) for bacterial killing. The modification of TiO2 NPs with carbon nanotubes and graphene sheets also achieve the efficient creation of ROS under visible light irradiation. Furthermore, titanium-based alloy implants in orthopedics with enhanced antibacterial activity and biocompatibility can be achieved by forming a surface layer of Ag-doped titania nanotubes. By incorporating TiO2 NPs and Cu-doped TiO2 NPs into chitosan or the textile matrix, the resulting polymer nanocomposites exhibit excellent antimicrobial properties that can have applications as fruit/food wrapping films, self-cleaning fabrics, medical scaffolds and wound dressings. Considering the possible use of visible-light active TiO2 nanomaterials for various applications, their toxicity impact on the environment and public health is also addressed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Chengzhu Liao
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen 518055, China
| | - Yuchao Li
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Liaocheng University, Liaocheng 252000, China;
| | - Sie Chin Tjong
- Department of Physics, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong 999077, China
| |
Collapse
|
47
|
Ramachandran P, Lee CY, Doong RA, Oon CE, Kim Thanh NT, Lee HL. A titanium dioxide/nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dot nanocomposite to mitigate cytotoxicity: synthesis, characterisation, and cell viability evaluation. RSC Adv 2020; 10:21795-21805. [PMID: 35516620 PMCID: PMC9054499 DOI: 10.1039/d0ra02907f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2020] [Accepted: 06/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
Abstract
Titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2 NPs) have attracted tremendous interest owing to their unique physicochemical properties. However, the cytotoxic effect of TiO2 NPs remains an obstacle for their wide-scale applications, particularly in drug delivery systems and cancer therapies. In this study, the more biocompatible nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dots (N-GQDs) were successfully incorporated onto the surface of the TiO2 NPs resulting in a N-GQDs/TiO2 nanocomposites (NCs). The effects of the nanocomposite on the viability of the breast cancer cell line (MDA-MB-231) was evaluated. The N-GQDs and N-GQDs/TiO2 NCs were synthesised using a one- and two-pot hydrothermal method, respectively while the TiO2 NPs were fabricated using microwave-assisted synthesis in the aqueous phase. The synthesised compounds were characterised using Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) and UV-visible spectrophotometry. The cell viability of the MDA-MB-231 cell line was determined using a CellTiter 96® AQueous One Solution Cell Proliferation (MTS) assay. The obtained results indicated that a monodispersed solution of N-GQDs with particle size 4.40 ± 1.5 nm emitted intense blue luminescence in aqueous media. The HRTEM images clearly showed that the TiO2 particles (11.46 ± 2.8 nm) are square shaped. Meanwhile, TiO2 particles were located on the 2D graphene nanosheet surface in N-GQDs/TiO2 NCs (9.16 ± 2.4 nm). N-GQDs and N-GQDs/TiO2 NCs were not toxic to the breast cancer cells at 0.1 mg mL−1 and below. At higher concentrations (0.5 and 1 mg mL−1), the nanocomposite was significantly less cytotoxic compared to the pristine TiO2. In conclusion, this nanocomposite with reduced cytotoxicity warrants further exploration as a new TiO2-based nanomaterial for biomedical applications, especially as an anti-cancer strategy. Cytotoxicity mitigation using titanium dioxide/nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dot nanocomposites.![]()
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Pravena Ramachandran
- Nanomaterials Research Group
- School of Chemical Sciences
- Universiti Sains Malaysia
- Malaysia
| | - Chong Yew Lee
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Universiti Sains Malaysia
- Malaysia
| | - Ruey-An Doong
- Institute of Analytical and Environmental Sciences
- National Tsing Hua University
- Hsinchu
- Taiwan
| | - Chern Ein Oon
- Institute for Research in Molecular Medicine (INFORMM)
- Universiti Sains Malaysia
- Malaysia
| | | | - Hooi Ling Lee
- Nanomaterials Research Group
- School of Chemical Sciences
- Universiti Sains Malaysia
- Malaysia
| |
Collapse
|
48
|
Carbon/Graphene-Modified Titania with Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity under UV and Vis Irradiation. MATERIALS 2019; 12:ma12244158. [PMID: 31835760 PMCID: PMC6947090 DOI: 10.3390/ma12244158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2019] [Revised: 11/28/2019] [Accepted: 12/09/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
Abstract
Laser synthesis was used for one-step synthesis of titania/graphene composites (G-TiO2 (C)) from a suspension of 0.04 wt% commercial reduced graphene oxide (rGO) dispersed in liquid titanium tetraisopropoxide (TTIP). Reference titania sample (TiO2(C)) was prepared by the same method without graphene addition. Both samples and commercial titania P25 were characterized by various methods and tested under UV/vis irradiation for oxidative decomposition of acetic acid and dehydrogenation of methanol (with and without Pt co-catalyst addition), and under vis irradiation for phenol degradation and inactivation of Escherichia coli. It was found that both samples (TiO2(C) and G-TiO2(C)) contained carbon resulting from TTIP and C2H4 (used as a synthesis sensitizer), which activated titania towards vis activity. The photocatalytic activity under UV/vis irradiation was like that by P25. The highest activity of TiO2(C) sample for acetic acid oxidation was probably caused by its surface enrichment with hydroxyl groups. G-TiO2(C) was the most active for methanol dehydrogenation in the absence of platinum (ca. five times higher activity than that by TiO2(C) and P25), suggesting that graphene works as a co-catalyst for hydrogen evolution. High activity under both UV and vis irradiation for decomposition of organic compounds, hydrogen evolution and inactivation of bacteria suggests that laser synthesis allows preparation of cheap (carbon-modified) and efficient photocatalysts for broad environmental applications.
Collapse
|
49
|
Morphology- and Crystalline Composition-Governed Activity of Titania-Based Photocatalysts: Overview and Perspective. Catalysts 2019. [DOI: 10.3390/catal9121054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Titania photocatalysts have been intensively examined for both mechanism study and possible commercial applications for more than 30 years. Although various reports have already been published on titania, including comprehensive review papers, the morphology-governed activity, especially for novel nanostructures, has not been reviewed recently. Therefore, this paper presents novel, attractive, and prospective titania photocatalysts, including zero-, one-, two-, and three-dimensional titania structures. The 1D, 2D, and 3D titania structures have been mainly designed for possible applications, e.g., (i) continuous use without the necessity of particulate titania separation, (ii) efficient light harvesting (e.g., inverse opals), (iii) enhanced activity (fast charge carriers’ separation, e.g., 1D nanoplates and 2D nanotubes). It should be pointed out that these structures might be also useful for mechanism investigation, e.g., (i) 3D titania aerogels with gold either incorporated inside the 3D network or supported in the porosity, and (ii) titania mesocrystals with gold deposited either on basal or lateral surfaces, for the clarification of plasmonic photocatalysis. Moreover, 0D nanostructures of special composition and morphology, e.g., magnetic(core)–titania(shell), mixed-phase titania (anatase/rutile/brookite), and faceted titania NPs have been presented, due to their exceptional properties, including easy separation in the magnetic field, high activity, and mechanism clarification, respectively. Although anatase has been usually thought as the most active phase of titania, the co-existence of other crystalline phases accelerates the photocatalytic activity significantly, and thus mixed-phase titania (e.g., famous P25) exhibits high photocatalytic activity for both oxidation and reduction reactions. It is believed that this review might be useful for the architecture design of novel nanomaterials for broad and diverse applications, including environmental purification, energy conversion, synthesis and preparation of “intelligent” surfaces with self-cleaning, antifogging, and antiseptic properties.
Collapse
|
50
|
A comprehensive thermodynamic and kinetic study of synthesized rGO-ZrO2 composite as a photocatalyst and its use as fuel additive. J Mol Struct 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molstruc.2019.07.116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
|