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Black TiO2-x for Visible-Light Activated Photocatalysis: Structure, Performance and Antimicrobial Applications

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posted on 2025-06-06, 05:50 authored by Lachlan Campbell

Black titania is a material capable of using visible light for photocatalysis, allowing it to break down a wide range of pollutants, which is highly beneficial in environmental remediation. Established photocatalysts typically require UV light to operate, but black titania functions using indoor lighting setups and can make use of more of the solar spectrum, broadening its potential applications. In this study, a new form of black titania was synthesised and characterised, before testing its efficacy for dye degradation, reactive oxygen species creation, and antibacterial activity. The results highlight its great promise for sustainable water purification and surface disinfection.

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  • Thesis (PhD)

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Thesis submitted for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy, Swinburne University of Technology, 2025.

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Copyright © 2025 Lachlan Campbell.

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Daniel Eldridge

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eng

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