Testing methods for antimicrobial activity of TiO2 photocatalyst (original) (raw)

The paper investigates the antimicrobial activity of titanium dioxide (TiO2) photocatalysts, outlining their effectiveness against various microorganisms. It discusses the properties of different TiO2 morphologies, particularly the photoactivity of anatase over rutile, and highlights key experiments that demonstrate the photocatalytic mechanism involved in microbial destruction. The study emphasizes the significance of light settings, irradiation time, and distance on the antimicrobial efficiency of TiO2, providing a comprehensive evaluation of methodologies for testing TiO2's potential in various applications, including pharmaceutical and environmental fields.