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The rational design of Au0/g-C3N4 photocatalysts with enhanced charge separation for visible-light-driven water purification

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: • The synthesis method for depositing Au is crucial for the photocatalytic activity • Au/g-C 3 N 4 catalysts prepared by a simple, scalable deposition technique are the most active catalysts • Addition of Au enhanced electron-hole separation in the graphitic carbon nitride • The most active catalysts were thought to have a bimodal distribution of small gold nanoparticles • The reactive species were O 2 •- and photogenerated holes, with • OH playing a minor role

Source: Materials Today Sustainability

DOI: 10.1016/j.mtsust.2026.101348

Authors: Mshaal Almalki, Ouardia Akdim, James S. Hayward, Jennifer K. Edwards, Jonathan K. Bartley

Institution: Cardiff University

Language: English

Topic: Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques

Subfield: Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment

Field: Energy

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Clean water and sanitation

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,530