TiO2 photocatalysis using inverse opal structures
This project investigates the potential of titanium dioxide (TiO2) inverse opal structures for gas-phase photocatalytic applications. The inverse opal architecture has the potential to improve photocatalytic performance due to their capacity to trap light of a particular wavelength.
Major achievements
TiO2 inverse opal structures capable of absorbing light of selected wavelength ranges have been fabricated. Included are Fe-doped materials and SiO2-TiO2 composites.
Future plans and directions
To assess the performance of these materials for photodegrading acetaldehyde in the gas-phase.
Collaborations
Dr Geoffrey Waterhouse - The University of Auckland, New Zealand
