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Application of TiO2 nanomaterials for photocatalytic destruction of biological species and cancer therapy

  • University of Tabriz

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Abstract

Titanium dioxide (TiO2), which is one of the most basic materials in our daily life, has emerged as an effective photocatalyst for environmental purification. In the past decade, research and development in the area of application of different nanostructured TiO2 for photocatalytic destruction of biological species have become tremendous. This document briefly describes the applications of TiO2 nanomaterials in photo-destruction of bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. Special emphasis is placed on the photocatalytic killing of cancer cells. Applications of TiO2 nanomaterials in photocatalytic treating cancer through photodynamic and sonodynamic therapy (PDT) are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationHybrid Nanostructures in Cancer Therapy
PublisherNova Science Publishers, Inc.
Pages159-192
Number of pages34
ISBN (Print)9781621005179
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2012
Externally publishedYes

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  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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