Research process on electrospinning nano-photocatalysts

• 1、College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620

Abstract：A prerequisite for the development of photocatalysis application is to gain access to excellent photocatalysts. In recent years, electrospinning has received tremendous attention since the nanofiber photocatalysts prepared by electrospinning method have large specific surface area, high photocatalytic activities and recycling possibilities. This review attempts to summarize the recent progress of the synthesis of nanofiber photocatalysts by electrospinning method such as TiO2-based nanofibers and novel metal oxide based nanofibers. The photocatalytic properties of these nanofiber photocatalysts are also discussed in relation to the environmental applications, espcially to the degradation of pollutants. Lastly, this review ends with a summary and some perspectives on the challenges and new directions in this exciting and still emerging area of research.

Keywords： electrospinning nanofibers photocatalysis degradation