Recent #Photocatalysis news in the semiconductor industry

5 months ago

➀ This study highlights the dual functionality of silica-based nanocomposites in antimicrobial and photocatalytic applications.

➁ The researchers synthesized C-SiO2, Ag-SiO2, and ZnO-SiO2 nanocomposites using green synthesis techniques.

➂ The results show strong antimicrobial and photocatalytic properties, making them viable alternatives to conventional treatments.

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8 months ago
➀ Professor Chiyoung Park developed a solar-powered biohydrogen generation system using bacteria-carrying hydrogenase enzymes. The system employs a new supramolecular fluorophore nanocomposite and achieves high hydrogen production rates. ➁ The system utilizes the nanosurface adsorption properties of tannic acid-based metal-polyphenol polymers to regulate the self-assembly and optical properties of fluorescent dyes. ➂ The research is supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy.
Hydrogen ProductionPhotocatalysis
10 months ago
➀ The study investigates the enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen production capabilities of nanoscale covalent organic frameworks (COFs). ➁ It highlights the importance of nanoscale dimensions and charge separation in achieving high hydrogen yields. ➂ The synthesized TFP-BpyD nano-COF demonstrates high photocatalytic activity with a mass-normalized hydrogen production rate of 392.0 mmol g⁻¹ h⁻¹.
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11 months ago
➀ Researchers developed a reusable nanocomposite by modifying cobalt zinc ferrite (CZF) with carbon quantum dots (CQDs) to enhance photocatalytic activity under visible light. ➁ The CZF@CQDs nanocomposite was synthesized through a two-step process and exhibited approximately 95% degradation of Reactive Blue 22 within 25 minutes. ➂ The study highlights the potential of this nanocomposite in environmental remediation efforts, particularly in treating dye wastewater.
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