The
nano
bers
have
garnered
a
lot
of
interest
from
researchers
worldwide
owing
to
their
property
facile
modulation
properties,
which
in
line
could
pave
the
way
for
multiple
number
bene
cial
applications.The
surface
functionalization
through
coating
needs
be
delved
into,
thus,
unlock
multitude
possibilities
about
morphological
and
structural
characteristics.Utilizing
above
key
concepts
various
types
bers,
as-fabricated
precast
as
composites
sole
purpose
photo-deactivation
persistent
compounds
like
discarded
antibiotics
that
lead
bio-resistance.The
review
encompasses
an
outline
recent
works
regarding
utilization
coated
photodegradation
antibiotics.It
also
enforces
challenges
faced
by
real-world
applications
modi
cations
rami
need
done
this
regard.
Catalysts,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(7), P. 447 - 447
Published: July 12, 2024
This
comprehensive
review
covers
recent
advancements
in
utilizing
various
types
of
polymers
and
their
modifications
as
photocatalysts
for
the
removal
pharmaceutical
contaminants
from
water.
It
also
considers
that
enhance
photocatalytic
properties
other
materials,
highlighting
dual
role
improving
water
purification
efficiency.
Over
past
decades,
significant
progress
has
been
made
understanding
polymers,
including
organic,
inorganic,
composite
efficacy
degrading
pharmaceuticals.
Some
most
commonly
used
such
polyaniline,
poly(p-phenylene
vinylene),
polyethylene
oxide,
polypyrole,
have
reviewed
detail.
Physical
modification
techniques
(mechanical
blending
extrusion
processing)
chemical
(nanocomposite
formation,
plasma
techniques,
surface
functionalization,
cross-linking)
discussed
appropriate
modifying
order
to
increase
activity.
examines
latest
research
findings,
development
novel
polymer-based
application
compounds,
well
optimization
strategies
enhancing
performance.
Additionally,
challenges
future
directions
this
field
are
guide
further
efforts.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(1)
Published: March 9, 2025
Paracetamol
(PCT)
frequently
contaminates
natural
water
sources,
posing
potential
risks
to
both
human
health
and
ecosystems.
This
study
presents
a
computational
investigation
into
the
sensing
capabilities
of
methylene-bridged
[n]cycloparaphenylene
([n]MCPP,
where
n=
6,
8,
10)
nanorings
for
detection
paracetamol
using
density
functional
theory
(DFT)
calculations.
It
was
found
that
stability
PCT@[n]MCPP
complexes
increases
with
size
[n]MCPP
nanorings.
The
energy
gap
is
significantly
influenced
by
presence
PCT
drug,
most
substantial
change
(-44.79%)
observed
PCT@6MCPP
complex.
Additionally,
non-covalent
interaction
(NCI)
analysis
reveals
van
der
Waals
forces
predominantly
govern
interactions
between
calculated
short
recovery
times
favorable
sensor
response
factors
at
298
K
suggest
can
be
used
as
promising
materials
paracetamol.
These
findings
underscore
valuable
candidates
identifying
eliminating
drug
from
environment.
