Fabrication and characterization of g-CN supported Cu-single atom catalysts for the photocatalytic degradation of dyes.

Methylene blue and Congo red are widely used organic dyes in biomedical laboratories and textile industries. The abundant use of these dyes has led to their emission in wastewaters, which causes major health hazards to exposed populations. Therefore, it is necessary to properly treat the dye effluents before being discharged into the water bodies.

Photocatalytic degradation of imidacloprid using AgO/CuO composites.

Imidacloprid is one of the most commonly used neonicotinoid pesticides that has been identified as a neurotoxin for various non-target organisms. It binds to the central nervous system of organisms, causing paralysis and eventually death. Thus, it is imperative to treat waterwaters contaminated with imidacloprid using an efficient and cost effective method.