Photocatalysis
Explore solid-state band structures and principles of photocatalysis. Analyze various photocatalytic materials and cutting-edge CO2 conversion. Explore broader applications in wastewater treatment or air purification.
Welcome video
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Introduction
Difference between metals, semiconductors and insulators
Exercise: Important energy levels in a solid
Introduction
Open question
Excitation and link to photon energy
Exercise: can you calculate the maximum wavelength?
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Introducing Titania as a benchmark material
Open question
Morphological material modifications
Electronic material modifications
Exercise: match the characteristics with photocatalyst materials
State of the art: introduction
Evolution in use of materials
Mechanism of photocatalytic CO₂ conversion
Related photo-assisted CO₂ conversion technologies
Exploring the fields of application
Question: the role of photocatalytic technology
Brief overview of the application domain
Water treatment
Air purification
Energy harvesting
Self-cleaning materials
Disinfection
Combined technologies
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Pegie Cool
Radu-George Ciocarlan
Sammy Verbruggen