The hazards of various types of nanoparticles with high functionality have not been fully assessed. We investigated the usefulness of biopersistence as a hazard indicator of nanoparticles by performing inhalation and intratracheal instillation studie...
Multicompound TiO2/SiO2 nanoparticles with a diameter of 50–70 nm were generated using a liquid flame spray (LFS) nanoparticle deposition in a single flame. Here, we study the photocatalytic activity of deposited multicompound nanoparticles in gas-ph...
Photocatalytic degradation of organic molecules using TiO2 has attracted attention in wastewater treatment because it can decompose organic compounds that are difficult to decompose by other methods. Meanwhile, efficient photocatalytic water treatmen...
Oxide nanopowders are widely used in engineering, and their properties are largely controlled by the defect structure of nanoparticles. Experimental data on the spatial distribution of defects in oxide nanoparticles are unavailable in the literature,...
The present work aims to follow the influence of TiO2 nanoparticles (TiO2 NPs) on bioactive compounds, the elemental content of wheat, and on wheat leaves’ ultrastructure. Synthesized nanoparticles were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD),...
We fabricated TiO2 thin films using the sol–gel method, incorporating TiO2 nanoparticle sizes of 25 nm on the fluorine-doped tin oxide (FTO) substrates by spin coating and annelation at 600 °C. The influence of incorporating TiO2 particles...
In the present research, the properties of ultraviolet (UV) visible (daylight invisible) fluorescent coatings modified by the addition of SiO2 and TiO2 nanoparticles were studied. Structural, surface, and mechanical properties and changes in the coat...
In this study, tomato plants were grown in vitro with and without incorporation of TiO2 nanoparticles in Murashige and Skoog (MS) growth medium. The aim of this study was to describe the morphological (area and roundness cell) and mechanical (Young’s...
The use of face masks has proven to be an effective preventive measure during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, concerns have emerged regarding the safety of metal (nano)particles incorporated into face masks for antimicrobial purposes. Specifically, t...
Titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2 NPs) are manufactured worldwide. Once they arrive in the soil environment, they can endanger living organisms. Hence, monitoring and assessing the effects of these nanoparticles is required. We focus on the Eiseni...
The effect of the use of TiO2 nanoparticles in the production of cementitious composites, worldwide already known, represents an area of interest for the development of materials with self-cleaning capacity; antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal p...
In this work, metal-doped titanium dioxide (TiO2) was synthesised with the aim of improving photocatalytic degradation and antimicrobial activities; TiO2 was doped with copper (Cu) ranging from 0.1 to 1.0 wt%. The physical and chemical properties of...
In this work, we present a quantitative method for determining the concentration of metal oxide nanoparticles (NP) synthesized by laser ablation in liquid. The case study was performed with titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2 NP), which were synthes...
This work emphasizes the use of the silver decorative method to enhance the antibacterial activity of TiO2 and ZnO nanoparticles. These silver-decorated nanoparticles (hybrid nanoparticles) were synthesized using sodium borohydride as a reducing agen...
Radio frequency plasma is one of the means to modify the polymer surface namely in the activation of polypropylene membranes (PPM) with O2 plasma. Activated membranes were deposited with TiO2 nanoparticles by the dip coating method and the bare sampl...
The aim of this manuscript was the optimization of the synthesis of TiO2 nanoparticles (TiO2 NPs) with conditions that could be easily reproducible at the industrial level. Several procedures were tested and those with C12H28O4Ti and CO(NH2)2 as prec...
In the present work, we investigated the role of polydopamine coatings in anchoring TiO2 P25 nanoparticles on gold and ITO surfaces. For this purpose, we studied the adhesion of polydopamine-coated aggregates of TiO2 nanoparticles on bare substrates...
Hybrid nanomaterials integrating magnetic and semiconductor phases offer promising multifunctional platforms for wastewater remediation; however, their stabilization and recovery remain challenging. In this study, Fe3O4 and ZnTiO3/TiO2 nanoparticles...
In this work, titania (TiO2) nanoparticles modified by Eu(TTA)3Phen complexes (ETP) were prepared by a simple solvothermal method developing a fluorescence Mn7+ pollutant sensing system. The characterization results indicate that the ETP cause struct...
Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is described as an established material to remove pollutants from water. However, TiO2 is still not applied on a large scale due to issues concerning, for example, the form of use or low photocatalytic activity. We present an...
In the present work, the magnetron sputtering technique was used to prepare new catalysts of formic acid electrooxidation based on TiO2 nanotubes decorated with Pt (platinum), Pd (palladium) or Pd + Pt nanoparticles. TiO2 nanotubes (TiO2 NTs) with st...
Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) are used as self-power sources for various types of devices by converting external waves, wind, or other mechanical energies into electric power. However, obtaining a high-output performance is still of major conc...
The presence of TiO2 nanoparticles in a cementitious matrix induces self-cleaning capacity in the presence of UV radiation by combining two mechanisms: surface hydrophilicity and degradation of the stain agent molecules. Experimental results indicate...
The modification of the surface of titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2 NPs) by the incorporation of cyclodextrins (CDs), cyclic oligosaccharides with a hydrophobic cavity, can largely improve the functionality of TiO2 by lodging molecules of interes...
Glass ionomer cements (GICs) are widely used in restorative and luting dentistry due to their fluoride release and chemical adhesion to dental tissues; however, their limited mechanical strength necessitates reinforcement strategies. The objective of...
Surface engineering is a key strategy for modulating the biological behavior of TiO2-based nanomaterials, with potential relevance for future localized or adjuvant approaches targeting residual cancer cells. This study evaluated whether amine functio...
The most common neurological disorders, i.e., Parkinson’s disease (PD) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD), are characterized by degeneration of cognitive functions due to the loss of neurons in the central nervous system. The aggregation of amy...
Titanium dioxide nanoparticles play a crucial role in the production of hydrogen gas evolution. Among the four polymorphic phases of TiO2 (anatase, rutile, brookite, and TiO2 (B)), the anatase phase shows good photo activity in catalytic applications...
To enhance the corrosion resistance of underground pipelines made of low carbon steel, nano-TiO2-modified polyurea was applied to their surface. The anti-corrosion performance of these nano-TiO2-modified coatings was tested by immersing them in a NAC...
Nowadays, great focus is given to the contamination of surface and groundwater because of the extensive usage of pesticides in agriculture. The improvements of commercial catalyst TiO2 activity using different Au nanoparticles were investigated for m...
Rapid progress in the development of highly efficient nanoparticle-based construction technologies has not always been accompanied by a corresponding understanding of their effects on human health and ecosystems. In this study, we compare the toxicol...
High demand of semiconductor gas sensor works at low operating temperature to as low as 100 °C has led to the fabrication of gas sensor based on TiO2 nanoparticles. A sensing film of gas sensor was prepared by mixing the sensing material, TiO2 (P...
The present study aims to explain how the incorporation of anatase TiO2 nanoparticles at three different concentrations, i.e., 1, 3, and 5 g/L, into the ceramic-like oxide plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) coatings on pure titanium substrate can af...
In the present work, we have reported a facile and large-scale synthesis of TiO2 nanoparticles (NPs) through urea-assisted thermal decomposition of titanium oxysulphate. We have successfully synthesized TiO2 NPs by using this effective route with dif...
In this work, bimetallic TiO2-ZnO nanoparticles were phytosynthesized in molar ratios of 1Ti:1Zn, 2Ti:1Zn, and 1Ti:2Zn, using plant extract of Ruta graveolens leaves as reductant agent. The TiO2-ZnO nanoparticles were supported on chitosan films at c...
In this work, new samples of PVA-TiO2/Cu nanocomposites were prepared via the casting method. The prepared samples were examined using different analytical methods. An XRD analysis showed the semi-crystalline nature of the PVA polymer, as well as sho...
Plaque control is especially important during orthodontic treatment because areas of the teeth near brackets and wires are difficult to clean with a toothbrush, resulting in debris buildup of food or dental plaque, thus causing caries and periodontal...
3D printing (3DP) of cementitious materials shows several advantages compared to conventional construction methods, but it requires specific fresh-state properties. Nanomaterials have been used in cement-based materials to achieve specific fresh and...
In the present work, N-TiO2−x/Pt was synthesized using a homemade nitrogen plasma (AC) discharge system. The overall procedure use of low-power nitrogen plasma (100 watts) with 1 and 2 h of plasma discharge to successfully impregnate platinum n...
Titania nanoparticles are intensely studied for photodegradation applications. Control of nanoscale morphology and microstructural properties of these materials is critical for photocatalytic performance. Uniform anatase-type TiO2 nanoparticles were...
In this paper, we investigate humidity sensing through impedance measurements with TiO2 nanoparticles (about 6 nm in diameter). The transient behavior and the impedance spectra are measured and interpreted from the theoretical point of view. Large re...
In this study, the surface modification of thin ink films with added nanoparticles was used to improve the functional properties of ink applied on paperboard substrates. The surface modification was performed by additional exposure of the samples to...
Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) have emerged as technologies for the removal of pollutants in water systems due to their ability to generate hydroxyl radical (•OH). However, the catalytic behavior and synergistic interactions of hybrid nanom...
This study presents the effect of adding crystalline titanium dioxide (TiO2) and copper oxide (CuO) nanoparticles to SN mineral oil on the tribological properties of steel samples. X-ray diffraction confirmed the crystal structure of the nanoparticle...
Titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2-NPs) are widely produced and persist in aquatic ecosystems, yet their indirect effects on host–microbe interactions remain poorly defined. By using zebrafish (Danio rerio) as a sentinel species, this study i...
The high photocatalytic power of TiO2 nanoparticles has drawn great attention in environmental and medical applications. Coating surfaces with these particles enables us to benefit from self-cleaning properties and decomposition of pollutants. In thi...
The formation of biofilms on cementitious building surfaces can cause visible discoloration and premature deterioration, and it can also represent a potential health threat to building occupants. The use of embedded biofilm-resistant photoactivated T...
Herein, the influence of various contents of polyethylene glycol (PEG) on the dispersion of TiO2 nanoparticles and the comprehensive properties of PVDF/TiO2 composite membranes via the steric hindrance interaction was systematically explored. Hydroph...
Polymeric materials, such as polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and ethylene–PVA copolymers (EVOH) are widely used in the food sector as packaging materials because of their excellent properties. TiO2 nanoparticles (NPs) show photocatalytic activity; when added...
Polarization and traps determine the electrical property of oil-paper insulation, but most attention has been paid to the modification of insulating oil with nanoparticles, so there are is little research about oil-impregnated paper, and the origin f...
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