Interface engineered Ag2O-Fe-MOF heterojunction nanocatalysts for cascade photoreforming of PLA plastics and emerging contaminants

Continuous flow synthesis of Ag-PEDOT-COF nanocomposite for sustainable photoreforming of plastic waste and chromium remediation in visible light

Photocatalytic Degradation of Microplastic Polyamide 66 by Ag/TiO2 Composite: Preparation of Catalysts and Photocatalytic Degradation Mechanism

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Researchers developed a silver-doped titanium dioxide photocatalyst that can break down polyamide 66 microplastics under UV light, revealing the degradation pathway and suggesting that photocatalysis could be a viable approach for treating certain plastic pollutants in water.

Photocatalytic Degradation of Organic Pollutants and Microplastics Using Ag/TiO2: Recent Advances in Mechanism, Synthesis and Properties

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This study reviewed how silver-modified TiO2 (Ag/TiO2) photocatalysts enhance the degradation of organic pollutants and microplastics by improving light absorption and charge separation compared to TiO2 alone. Developing efficient photocatalytic systems like Ag/TiO2 is a promising pathway for breaking down persistent microplastic particles in water and soil environments where conventional treatment methods fall short.

Nanotechnology-Enhanced Photocatalysis for Microplastic Degradation: A Sustainable Approach

Advanced photocatalytic materials for micro/nanoplastic degradation: A comprehensive review

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Tiny plastic particles called micro- and nanoplastics are turning up everywhere, in our oceans, soil, and likely our bodies, raising concerns about long-term health effects. This review rounds up the latest science on using light-activated materials (photocatalysts) to break down these plastic particles, including newer "green" methods made from plants, algae, and bacteria that could make cleanup cheaper and more eco-friendly. While these technologies are still being developed rather than ready for widespread use, they represent a promising direction for tackling plastic pollution at its source.