Dual-Responsive Polymer- Coated Hollow SiO2 Shells Encapsulating TiO2 Nanoparticles for Efficient Photodegradation of Bisphenol A - Elis Binti Osman

Year
2026
Organisation
University of Technology Malaysia
Tags
Bisphenol A
BPA Removal
water purification
photocatalysis
Titania
environmental chemistry
smart materials
Polymer Interface
water treatment
Pollution Control
Visible Light Catalysis
nanomaterials
environmental engineering
sustainable technology
adaptive systems
Summary

This research tackles removal of Bisphenol A from water using light-activated materials. By combining titania with a silica shell and a responsive polymer “gate,” the system adapts to changing conditions like pH and temperature, improving pollutant breakdown under visible light and enabling smarter, more efficient water purification.