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Preparatyka i badania katalizatorów tytanowych w świetle widzialnym
PublicationGłównym celem pracy było otrzymanie nowego katalizatora tytanowego, fotoaktywnego w świetle widzialnym. Prace badawcze obejmowały preparatykę, charakterystykę oraz ocenę fotoaktywności w świetle widzialnym i nadfioletowym próbek domieszkowanego TiO2. Właściwości fotokatalityczne otrzymanych katalizatorów byłybadane w degradacji wybranych zanieczyszczeń modelowychw napowietrzanej fazie wodnej. Określono wpływ temperatury kalcynacji...
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Ethylene photocatalytic decomposition in high temperature reaction chamber
Open Research DataData contain data logs of measurements performed on High Temperature Chamber "The Praying Mantis" coupled with SRI 8010 gas chromatograph. Measurement was performed for TiO2 irradiated by UV and under flowing of ethylene gas diluted in air and with the use of elevated temperature.
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Characterization and Technical Application of Fine Photocatalytical Particles - A Study of the Immobilization of Photocatalysts
PublicationThe main aim of this dissertation was the transfer of photocatalytical laboratory scale experiments to semi-technical scale. Preliminary experiments of the purification of organic chlorine-loaded waters and the immobilization of photocatalysts were performed, which yielded the research back to the roots of synthesis. The first applied research was carried out on treatment of recreational water. Several light sources, particularly...
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Excited states of mono- and biruthenium(II) complexes adsorbed on nanocrystalline titanium dioxide studied by electroabsorption spectroscopy
PublicationComprehensive characterization of the lowest energy electronic excited states for mono- and binuclear Ru(II) complexes containing bipyridine ligands has been performed by electroabsorption (EA) spectroscopy. The EA spectra of Ru complexes sensitizing a TiO2 semiconductor were compared with the spectra of these complexes in the form of solid neat films, both of which parametrized within the Liptay theory. The extracted values of...
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Janusz Smulko prof. dr hab. inż.
PeopleHe was born on April 25, 1964 in Kolno. He graduated in 1989 with honors from the Faculty of Electronics at Gdańsk University of Technology, specialising in measuring instruments. In 1989 he took second place in the Red Rose competition for the best student in the Pomerania Region. Since the beginning of his career ha has been associated with Gdańsk University of Technology: research assistant (1989-1996), Assistant Professor (1996-2012),...
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The role of low-energy electrons in the charging process of LISA test masses
PublicationThe estimate of the total electron yield is fundamental for our understanding of the test-mass charging associated with cosmic rays in the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA) Pathfinder mission and in the forthcoming gravitational wave observatory LISA. To unveil the role of low energy electrons in this process owing to galactic and solar energetic particle events, in this work we study the interaction of keV and sub-keV...
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Inwestycje w surowce w połączeniu z polskim rynkiem kapitałowym, analiza ryzyka i efektywności
PublicationW artykule przedstawiono główne kategorie i rodzaje inwestycji w surowce. Cel opracowania to zbadanie czy inwestycja w Warszawski Indeks Giełdowy stanowi główny składnik optymalnego tj. cechującego się minimalnym ryzykiem portfela inwestycyjnego. Ponadto ustalono czy wspomniana inwestycja tradycyjna stanowi najważniejszy element portfela inwestycyjnego odznaczającego się najwyższą efektywnością. Stwierdzono, że wszystkie z 29 analizowanych...
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A facile method for Tauc exponent and corresponding electronic transitions determination in semiconductors directly from UV–Vis spectroscopy data
PublicationIn this work, a facile method allowing for estimation of the exponent in the Tauc equation directly from the UV–vis spectra is presented. It is based on the Taylor expansion of the logarithmic version of the Tauc equation. The Tauc exponent is calculated from the tangent slope of the absorption data. Knowledge of this coefficient provides information about the optical transition types and is used as an input for the calculations...
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Novel approach to interference analysis of glucose sensing materials coated with Nafion
PublicationA gold-based sensing platform, TiND | AuNP | Nafion, was prepared as an exemplary electrode material exhibiting a response to glucose in a neutral solution. The change of electrochemical properties after exposure to glucose and interference compounds such as vitamin C, glycine, urea, paracetamol and acetylsalicylic acid was tested.
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The Chemical and Biological Properties of Nanohydroxyapatite Coatings with Antibacterial Nanometals, Obtained in the Electrophoretic Process on the Ti13Zr13Nb Alloy
PublicationThe risk of an early inflammation after implantation surgery of titanium implants has caused the development of different antimicrobial measures. The present research is aimed at characterizing the effects of nanosilver and nanocopper dispersed in the nanohydroxyapatite coatings, deposited on the Ti13Zr13Nb alloy, and on the chemical and biological properties of the coatings.The one-stage deposition process was performed by the...
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Cathodic Activation of Titania-Fly Ash Cenospheres for Efficient Electrochemical Hydrogen Production: A Proposed Solution to Treat Fly Ash Waste
PublicationFly ash (FA) is a waste product generated in huge amounts by coal-fired electric and steam-generating plants. As a result, the use of FA alone or in conjunction with other materials is an intriguing study topic worth exploring. Herein, we used FA waste in conjunction with titanium oxide (TiO2) to create (FA-TiO2) nanocomposites. For the first time, a cathodic polarization pre-treatment regime was applied to such nanocomposites...
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Photochemical degradation of pollutants in aqueous phase
PublicationTlenek tytanu (IV) wykorzystywany jest jako fotokatalizator służący oczyszczaniu wody i powietrza z wykorzystaniem tzw. powierzchni samoczyszczających się. Zastosowanie fotodegradacji w obecności TiO2 uzasadnione jest przede wszystkim do usuwania substancji toksycznych i/lub trwałych i jednocześnie występujących w małych stężeniach oraz jeżeli w procesie fotodegradacji można wykorzystać promieniowanie słoneczne. Wyniki badań wskazują,...
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Badanie właściwości fotokatalitycznych, biobójczych i magnetycznych tlenku tytanu(IV) modyfikowanego nanocząstkami monoi bimetalicznymi Pt, Ag, Cu, Au oraz Pd
PublicationZakres badań obejmował otrzymywanie i charakterystykę nanokompozytów tlenku tytanu(IV) modyfikowanego mono- oraz bimetalicznymi nanocząstkami metali platyny, palladu, złota, srebra oraz miedzi. Zbadano wpływ zawartości metali, matrycy TiO2 oraz połączeniami metali na właściwości fotokatalityczne, biobójcze i magnetyczne otrzymanych nanokompozytów TiO2. Aktywność fotokatalityczną zbadano w reakcji degradacji modelowych związków oraz...
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Badania eksperymentalne kąta zwilżania nanocieczy
PublicationPrzedstawiono wyniki badań wpływu rodzaju i koncentracji nanocząsetek Al2O3, TiO2, Cu oraz rodzaju podłoża na wartość kąta zwilżania nanocieczy woda-Al2O3, woda-TiO2 oraz woda-Cu na podłożu stalowym, aluminiowym i szklanym. Badano nanociecze o trzech koncentracjach masowych nanocząstek: 0,01%, 0,1% oraz 1%. Jako ciecz bazową zastosowano wodę destylowaną.
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"Srebrni przedsiębiorcy" w świetle badań europejskich
PublicationArtykuł poświęcony jest przedsiębiorczości ludzi w wieku dojrzałym. Stanowi próbę przybliżenia tej tematyki głównie poprzez pryzmat teorii i dotychczas przeprowadzonych badań empirycznych, głównie europejskich. Szczególnie dużo miejsca poświęcono w nim motywacjom „srebrnych przedsiębiorców”, dokonano również podziału tej populacji na różne profile, wynikające z czynników jakie miały wpływ na ich decyzje przedsiębiorcze.
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Otrzymywanie i charakterystyka nanocząstek o właściwościach biobójczych oraz fotokatalitycznych
PublicationGłównym celem niniejszej pracy było opracowanie nowej metody otrzymywania nanokompozytów ditlenku tytanu modyfikowanych nanocząstkami metali, wykazujących aktywność biobójczą oraz fotokatalityczną. Dla otrzymanych nanokompozytów Ag/TiO2, Au/TiO2, Ag/Cu-TiO2, Ag/Au-TiO2 zbadano aktywność fotokatalityczną w reakcji degradacji fenolu (Co= 0,21 mmol/dm3) w roztworze wodnym, w obecności światła widzialnego. Otrzymane nanocząstki scharakteryzowano...
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New trifunctional acrylic water-based paint with self-cleaning, biocidal and magnetic properties
PublicationIn the present study, we report the synthesis and application of ZnFe2O4/SiO2-TiO2 nanocomposites with nonstoichiometric content of Fe to Zn used for the first time for the preparation of new generation trifunctional paints with self-cleaning, biocidal and magnetic properties. Currently, there are no compositions on the market for obtaining protective coatings in the form of paint, which simultaneously exhibit biocidal, magnetic...
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Influence of the internal electrolyte composition on amperometric sulphur dioxide sensor properties
PublicationIn this work amperometric sulphur dioxide sensor with a liquid electrolyte, a mercury sulphate reference electrode and solid polymer electrolyte (Nafion) covered with gold as a working electrode will be presented. The main goal of this research is to determine the influence of internal electrolyte composition on the sensor properties. Sensor filled with 1M and 5M sulphuric acid has been investigated.
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Chapter 9. Sustainable development and heterogeneous photocatalysis
PublicationTlenek tytanu(IV) jest efektywnym fotokatalizatorem w procesach usuwania zanieczyszczeń z fazy wodnej i gazowej, fotokonwersji CO2 oraz generowania H2. TiO2 wykazuje wysoką stabilność i reaktywność pod wpływem promieniowania UV, którego energia jest wyższa od szerokości pasma wzbronionego anatazu (3,3 eV). W artykule omówiono mechanizm reakcji w obecności TiO2, obecne oraz potencjalne możliwości zastosowania.
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Patrycja Szumała dr hab. inż.
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Influence of the internal electrolyte composition on amperometric sulphur dioxide sensor properties
PublicationIn this work investigation of an amperometric sulphur dioxide sensor with a liquid electrolyte, a mercury sulphate reference electrode and solid polymer electrolyte (Nafion) covered with gold as a working electrode properties is presented. The main goal of this research is to determine the influence of internal electrolyte composition on the sensor properties. Sensor filled with 1M and 5M sulphuric acid has been studied.
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Highly stable organic–inorganic junction composed of hydrogenated titania nanotubes infiltrated by a conducting polymer
PublicationA poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) conducting polymer doped with poly(2-styrene sulfonate) (pEDOT:PSS) was efficiently electrodeposited on a layer composed of ordered titania nanotubes. TiO2 nanotubes were formed during an anodization process and, after calcinations, a layer was subjected to hydrogen plasma. Hydrogenation leads to Ti(III) formation, a decrease in resistance, and a huge increase of donor density when compared with...
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Photophysics of a Ruthenium 4H-Imidazole Panchromatic Dye in Interaction with Titanium Dioxide
PublicationThe photophysics of bis(4,4′-di-tert-butyl-2,2′-bipyridine-κ2N,N′)[2-(4-carboxyphenyl)-4,5-bis(p-tolylimino-κN)imidazolato]ruthenium(II) hexafluorophosphate is investigated, both in solution and attached to a nanocrystalline TiO2 film. The studied substitution pattern of the 4H-imidazole ligand is observed to block a photoinduced structural reorganization pathway within the 4H-imidazole ligand that has been previously investigated....
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Wytwarzanie i modyfikacja powierzchni porowatych struktur tytanowych przeznaczonych na implanty
PublicationCelem pracy było wytworzenie stopu Ti-13Nb-13Zr z wykorzystaniem technologii selektywnego topienia laserowego (SLM) oraz jego biofunkcjonalizacja za pomocą utleniania mikrołukowego (MAO), a następnie określenie wpływu parametrów procesowych na właściwości otrzymanych materiałów pod kątem ich zastosowania na implanty. Oceniono wpływ napięcia, natężenia i czasu procesu MAO przeprowadzanego w elektrolicie zawierającym wapń i fosfor...
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Modification of titanium dioxide with platinum ions and clusters: application in photocatalysis
PublicationW celu polepszenia właściwości fotokatalitycznych, TiO2 (komercyjny-P25 oraz syntezowany metoda zol-żel) był domieszkowany za pomocą jonów lub klasterów [Pt3(CO)6]62- platyny. Własności fizyczne fotokatalizatorów były badane za pomocą elektronowego mikroskopu transmisyjnego (TEM), dyfraktometru rentgenowskiego (XRD) oraz analizatora powierzchni właściwej (BET). Dyfuzyjna spektrometria odbiciowa (DRS) została zastosowana w celu...
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Low-Coherence Interferometric Fiber-Optic Sensors with Potential Applications as Biosensors
PublicationFiber-optic Fabry-Pérot interferometers (FPI) can be applied as optical sensors, and excellent measurement sensitivity can be obtained by fine-tuning the interferometer design. In this work, we evaluate the ability of selected dielectric thin films to optimize the reflectivity of the Fabry-Pérot cavity. The spectral reflectance and transmittance of dielectric films made of titanium dioxide (TiO2) and aluminum oxide (Al2O3) with...
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Low-Coherence Interferometric Fiber-Optic Sensors with Potential Applications as Biosensors
PublicationFiber-optic Fabry-Pérot interferometers (FPI) can be applied as optical sensors, and excellent measurement sensitivity can be obtained by fine-tuning the interferometer design. In this work, we evaluate the ability of selected dielectric thin films to optimize the reflectivity of the Fabry-Pérot cavity. The spectral reflectance and transmittance of dielectric films made of titanium dioxide (TiO2) and aluminum oxide (Al2O3) with...
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Mono- and bimetallic (Pt/Cu) titanium(IV) oxide core–shell photocatalysts with UV/Vis light activity and magnetic separability
PublicationTitanium(IV) oxide is one of the most widely investigated photocatalysts. However, separation of nano-sized particulate titania might result in profitless technologies for commercial applications. Additionally, bare titania is almost inactive under the Vis range of solar spectrum due to its wide bandgap. Therefore, the present study aims to prepare novel coreinterlayer- shell TiO2 magnetic photocatalysts modified with metal nanoparticles...
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Surface-Plasmon-Coupled Emission of Rhodamine 110 in a Silica Nanolayer
PublicationThe first observation of strong directional surface-plasmon-coupled emission (SPCE) of Rhodamine 110 in silica nanofilms deposited on silver nanolayers is reported. The preparation of the material is described in detail. The intensity of SPCE exceeds 10 times that of free space fluorescence and total linear light polarization in the SPCE ring is observed. A new experimental setup and an original data collection method is presented....
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Cryptocurrencies as a Speculative Asset: How Much Uncertainty is Included in Cryptocurrency Price?
PublicationThe aim of this paper is to examine the relationship between uncertainty indices (Geopolitical Uncertainty Index and Global Economic Policy Uncertainty Index) and cryptocurrencies. This study evaluated the behavior of cryptocurrencies with the evolution of uncertainties (GPU, EPU) on returns and volatility in terms of safe heaven as in traditional specualtive assets it increases their volaitility and reduces risk. For this purpose,...
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Photocatalytical degradation of toluene and cyclohexane using LED illumination
PublicationA sol-gel process followed by hydrothermal reaction was used to prepare coupled WO3-TiO2 photocatalysts with varying amounts of WO3 in respect to TiO2 (3 mol% and 5 mol% respectively). Additionally, photocatalysts have been subjected to different calcination temperatures of 400ºC and 800ºC, which allowed us to compare how these affect photodegradation efficiency. Photocatalysts were characterized under a scanning electron microscope,...
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Experimental investigations on condensation in flow of HFE-7100 in small diameter channels
PublicationIn the paper the authors present investigations of flow condensation with the use of the HFE-7100 as a working fluid. The original and new approach to removing the heat from the channel was applied. The research was carried out using a wide-range real time observations, e.g. using infrared camera and stroboscope microphotography. This paper presents the details of experiment as well as the influence of heat and flow parameters...
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Nanotubular Titanium Oxide Layers for Enhancement of Bone-Implant Bonding and Bioactivity
PublicationThe present paper describes the techniques to improve the bioactivity of titanium and enhance the bone-implant bonding ability by the electrochemical anodization to fabricate titania nanotube arrays (TiO2).
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Electrophoretic deposition (EPD) of nanohydroxyapatite - nanosilver coatings on Ti13Zr13Nb alloy
PublicationTitanium and its alloys are the biomaterials most frequently used in medical engineering, especially as parts of orthopedic and dental implants. The surfaces of titanium and its alloys are usually modified to improve their biocompatibility and bioactivity, for example, in connection with the deposition of hydroxyapatite coatings. The objective of the present research was to elaborate the technology of electrophoretic deposition...
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Electrophoretic Deposition of Chitosan/Eudragit E 100/AgNPs Coatings for Controlled Release of Antibacterial Substance
PublicationThe development of bacterial infection of the tissues surrounding an implant is one of the leading causes of implant surgery failure. In order to prevent the deposition of bacteria on the implant surface and the formation of biofilm, coatings that exhibit antibacterial properties are manufactured. However, the problem is the controlled release of the therapeutic substance from the coating over the extended life of the implant [1],...
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XRD for molybdenum sulfide modified with nickel or platinum nanoparticles
Open Research DataThe presented data showcases the results of XRD analysis conducted on molybdenum sulfide modified with nickel or platinum nanoparticles . The MoS2 was prepared on the TiO2 nanotube substrates via a facile hydrothermal method, followed by the deposition by magnetron sputtering of Ni or Pt nanoparticles on the MoS2 surface. Structural characterization...
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Modulation of dielectric properties in low-loss polypropylene-based composites at GHz frequencies: theory and experiment
PublicationPolymer composites with high dielectric constant and low loss tangent are highly regarded as substrates for modern high-speed electronics. In this work, we analyze the high-frequency dielectric properties of two types of composites based on polypropylene infused with high-dielectric-constant microparticles. Two types of fillers are used: commercial ceramics or titanium oxide ( TiO2) with different concentrations. The key observation...
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Laser-assisted approach for improved performance of Au-Ti based glucose sensing electrodes
PublicationThis paper focuses on the synthesis route and electrochemical properties of electrocatalytic material based on gold nanoparticles (NPs) embedded in a structured titanium template obtained via optimized anodization, chemical etching and laser processing. SEM inspection reveals the presence of Au NPs (60–90 nm in diameter) sited in the titanium foil cavities. Performed electrochemical measurements enable nomination of the set of working...
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CFD COUPLING OF VOF MODEL WITH ARRHENIUS EQUATION FOR ANALYSIS OF LASER-INDUCED THERMAL DEACTIVATION OF E. COLI
PublicationUnderstanding bacterial deactivation at the micro-scale, particularly with E. coli, is crucial for advancing microbiology and has promising applications in biomedical research. In this research contribution, we investigate the thermal inactivation of E. coli bacteria using gold nanoparticles irradiated by a green 1-W laser within a microfluidic chamber. The microfluidic device comprises a fluidic chamber filled with a thin film...
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Effect of dendrimer-based interlayers for enzyme immobilization on a model electrochemical sensing system for glutamate
PublicationIn this paper, we discuss dendrimer usage in enzyme-based electrochemical biosensors, particularly with respect to biomolecule loading on the sensing surface. A novel approach to design bioactive layers with immobilized enzymes for electrochemical biosensors using the surface plasmon resonance (SPR) method in combination with electrochemical impedance spectroscopy was presented. The gold surface was modified with linear linkers...
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Tomasz Wąsowicz dr hab.
PeopleTomasz Wąsowicz's research was first related to high-resolution atomic spectroscopy and focused on measurements and analysis of the transition probabilities of the forbidden lines, the hyperfine and isotopic structure of spectral lines of heavy elements, Stark effect in the helium atom. Tomasz Wąsowicz currently studies physicochemical processes occurring during interactions of various forms of radiation with atoms and molecules...
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Sposób otrzymywania proszku TiO2 domieszkowanego azotem
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Paweł Burdziakowski dr inż.
PeoplePaweł Burdziakowski, PhD, is a professional in low-altitude aerial photogrammetry and remote sensing, marine and aerial navigation. He is also a licensed flight instructor and software developer. His main areas of interest are digital photogrammetry, navigation of unmanned platforms and unmanned systems, including aerial, surface, underwater. He conducts research in algorithms and methods to improve the quality of spatial measurements...
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Structure, luminescent properties and FDTD simulation of TeO2-BaO-Bi2O3-Ag:Ln3+ glass-ceramics system
PublicationTeO2-BaO-Bi2O3-Ag glass systems (TBB) co-doped with terbium and europium ions have been successfully synthesized through conventional melt-quenching technique. Heat treatment procedure at 350 °C has been conducted in order to synthesize silver nanoparticles embedded in TBB glass matrix. Structural measurements involved XRD studies that revealed no crystallization of glass structure after heat treatment at elevated temperatures....
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Concentration-Dependent Fluorescence Properties of Rhodamine 6G in Titanium Dioxide and Silicon Dioxide Nanolayers
PublicationWytworzono cienkie warstwy zawierające rodaminę 6G w dwutlenku tytanu (R6G/TiO2) i w dwutlenku krzemu (R6G/SiO2) stosując metodę zol-żel. Badane były dwa rodzaje matryc, w których domieszkowano barwnik rodamina 6G (R6G) o różnych koncentracjach. Został stwierdzony istotny wpływ koncentracji barwnika na widma absorpcji i emisji oraz na czasowo rozdzielone widma fluorescencji. W szczególności stwierdzono znacznie mniejszą zdolność...
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Nitrofurazone Removal from Water Enhanced by Coupling Photocatalysis and Biodegradation
Publication(1) Background: Environmental contamination with antibiotics is particularly serious because the usual methods used in wastewater treatment plants turn out to be insufficient or ineffective. An interesting idea is to support natural biodegradation processes with physicochemical methods as well as with bioaugmentation with efficient microbial degraders. Hence, the aim of our study is evaluation of the effectiveness of different...
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Photocatalytic activity and surface properties of carbon-doped titanium dioxide
PublicationTiO2 domieszkowany węglem otrzymano poprzez hydrolizę izopropanolanu tytanu(IV) i kalcynację w 350ºC w atmosferze powietrza przez 2h. Przeprowadzone badania wykazały, że fenol (0.21 mM) jest efektywnie degradowany w fazie wodnej, w obecności otrzymanego fotokatalizatora oraz światła z zakresu widzialnego (λ>400 nm). Pole powierzchni właściwej otrzymanego C-TiO2 wynosiło około 127 m2/g, fotokatalizator absorbuje światło z zakresu...
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Nonconventional 1,8-Diazafluoren-9-One Aggregates for Green Light Enhancement in Hybrid Biocompatible Media
PublicationOrganic aggregates currently play a prominent role, mainly for their unique optoelectronic properties in the aggregated state. Such properties can be related to the aggregates’ structure and the molecular packing mode. In the literature, we have well-established models of H and J aggregates defined based on the molecular exciton model. However, unconventional aggregates, the most unrecognized forms, have been generating interest...
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Piotr Dominiak prof. dr hab.
PeopleHe was born in Radom on June 29, 1948. He graduated in Economy at the University of Warsaw (1971), where he also obtained his doctorate (1976) and his habilitation (1989). He received the title of Professor in 2005. He has been working at GUT since 1971. Between 1991 and1993 he was a director of the Institute of Economic Sciences and Humanities at GUT. He was the Dean of the Faculty of Management and Economics in the years 1993-1999...
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Photodegradation of lauric acid at an anatase single crystal surface studied by atomic force microscopy
PublicationBadania obejmowały obserwację zmian topografii powierzchni, za pomocą mikroskopii sił atomowych, cienkiej warstwy kwasu laurynowego osadzonego na monokrysztale anatazu. Warstwę kwasu laurynowego o grubości 80-90 nm naświetlano promieniowaniem z zakresu UV-Vis. Zauważono, że kwas laurynowy osadzany metodą wirującego dysku tworzy na powierzchni monokryształów TiO2 struktury domenowe. Stwierdzono, że podczas naświetlania nie ulega...