Research Keyword: nano-TiO2

Effect of nano-TiO2 size and utilization ratio on the performance of photocatalytic concretes; self-cleaning, fresh, and hardened state properties

Scientists developed a new type of concrete that can clean itself by breaking down pollutants in water using nano-sized titanium dioxide particles and sunlight. The study tested different sizes and amounts of these nanoparticles to find the best combination for removing textile dyes from wastewater. While the larger nanoparticles worked better for photocatalytic cleaning, the smaller ones made the concrete stronger, suggesting a trade-off between cleaning ability and structural durability.

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Antifungal Effect of Chitosan/Nano-TiO2 Composite Coatings against Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, Cladosporium oxysporum and Penicillium steckii

This research demonstrates that a coating made from chitosan combined with tiny titanium dioxide particles effectively kills three types of mold that spoil mangoes after harvest. The composite coating works by breaking down the mold’s cell membranes and causing them to leak their contents, leading to cell death. This combination is more effective than chitosan alone, with some mold species being completely eliminated at optimal concentrations.

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