Small Methods,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 20, 2024
Abstract
A
novel
phthalocyanine‐based
hybrid
nanofilm
is
for
the
first
time
successfully
applied
as
an
oxidative
platform
surface
enhanced
Raman
spectroscopy
(SERS)
sensing
to
fine‐resolve
Raman‐inactive
compounds.
The
formed
by
self‐assembly
of
zinc(II)
2,3,9,10,16,17,23,24‐Octa[(3′,5′‐dicarboxy)‐phenoxy]phthalocyaninate
(ZnPc*)
with
solid‐supported
monolayer
graphene
oxide
(GO)
mediated
zinc
acetate
metal
cluster.
Atomic
force
microscopy,
UV–vis
and
fluorescence
spectroscopies
confirm
that
this
simple
coordination
motive
in
combination
molecular
structure
ZnPc*
prevents
contact
quenching
light‐excited
triplet
state
through
aromatic
stacking
GO
particles.
Fluorescence
probing
Sensor
Green
terephthalic
acid
specific
indicators
active
oxygen
intermediates
shows
initiates
selective
singlet
generation
under
visible
light.
Direct
one‐electron
oxidation
tetramethylbenzidine
(TMB)
(1.0×10
−7
m
)
on
presence
100
nm
silver
nanoparticles
plasmonic
hot‐spots
450–640‐nm
light
irradiation
yields
well‐resolved
resonance
spectrum
oxidized
form
TMB
+1
.
Using
these
nanofilms
platforms
redox
reaction
target
analytes
without
additional
oxidizing
agents,
range
Raman‐detectable
compounds
can
be
significantly
expanded
a
rapid
ultrasensitive
SERS
screening
substances
currently
considered
Raman‐inactive.
Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(10), P. 2358 - 2358
Published: May 15, 2024
This
study
addresses
the
critical
need
for
efficient
and
recyclable
photocatalysts
water
treatment
applications
by
presenting
a
novel
approach
synthesis
characterization
of
copper
(I)
oxide
(Cu2O)
nanoparticles
modified
with
ascorbic
acid
(Cu2O/AA).
The
motivation
this
research
stems
from
increasing
concern
about
environmental
pollution
caused
organic
pollutants,
such
as
Brilliant
Cresyl
Blue
(BCB),
necessity
sustainable
solutions
to
mitigate
issue.
Through
comprehensive
techniques
including
Ultraviolet–Visible
spectroscopy
(UV-Vis),
Fourier
Transform
Infrared
(FTIR),
X-ray
Diffraction
(XRD),
Scanning
Electron
Microscopy
(SEM),
zeta
potential
measurements,
Brunauer–Emmett–Teller
(BET)
analysis,
we
demonstrate
significant
modification
electronic
structure,
enhancing
photocatalytic
activity
Cu2O/AA.
BET
analysis
revealed
mesoporous
structure
specific
surface
area
2.7247
m2/g
Cu2O/AA,
further
emphasizing
its
enhanced
catalytic
performance.
degradation
studies
showcased
remarkable
efficiency
improvements,
coefficients
30.8%
73.12%
Cu2O
NPs
Cu2O/AA
NC,
respectively,
within
120
min
timeframe.
Additionally,
recyclability
experiments
indicated
sustained
over
five
consecutive
cycles,
both
catalysts
retaining
crystalline
integrity.
These
findings
underscore
promising
highly
offering
superior
performance
compared
pure
addressing
pressing
solutions.
Desalination and Water Treatment,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
319, P. 100565 - 100565
Published: June 24, 2024
This
review
delves
into
the
significant
potential
of
Advanced
Oxidation
Processes
(AOPs)
for
tackling
intricate
issues
found
in
treating
petroleum
wastewater.
It
particularly
focuses
on
utilization
processes
like
Fenton
reactions,
Ozonation-based
AOPs,
and
photocatalytic
techniques,
highlighting
their
role
producing
powerful
reactive
oxygen
species
capable
breaking
down
organic
contaminants.
The
also
discusses
recent
advancements
merging
Electro-Fenton
photocatalysis
to
enhance
pollutant
removal
efficiency.
Furthermore,
it
investigates
how
these
methods
are
being
applied
specifically
petrochemical
wastewater
management,
including
innovative
approaches
Fenton,
Photo-
Electro-Fenton,
Photo-catalytic
oxidation,
persulfate
activation
based
AOPs.
Operational
cost
treatment
time,
energy
requirements,
pH
adjustment,
complexity
reactor
setup,
efficiencies
treated
effluent
quality,
by-products
some
challenges
critically
examined.
article
aims
highlight
identify
emerging
challenges,
proposing
a
shift
towards
more
sustainable
effective
strategies
future.
New Journal of Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
49(6), P. 2453 - 2472
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Harnessing
agricultural
waste
for
sustainable
synthesis
of
advanced
materials
with
multifunctional
applications
in
glucose
sensing
and
environmental
remediation.
Journal of Water Process Engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
65, P. 105861 - 105861
Published: July 23, 2024
Water
treatment
and
disinfection
are
critical
factors
in
ensuring
a
safe
sustainable
water
supply.
Phthalocyanines
(Pcs),
class
of
versatile
robust
organic
compounds,
have
garnered
significant
attention
for
their
application
various
processes.
This
review
paper
offers
groundbreaking
investigation
Pc-enabled
technologies
within
the
domain
applications.
The
core
aim
this
is
to
meticulously
analyze
chemical
optical
properties
Pcs,
elucidate
photosensitization
mechanism
establish
crucial
connection
between
structure
photodynamic
efficacy.
modes
Pcs
processes
-
whether
solution,
immobilized,
or
integrated
into
membranes
emphasizing
strategies
integration
effectiveness
decontamination
has
also
been
extensively
investigated.
Moreover,
it
sheds
light
on
latest
advancements
challenges
field,
providing
valuable
insights
future
research
employing
environmentally
methods.
