Efficient inactivation of Microcystis aeruginosa by carbon microtube-supported magnetic photocatalysts under visible light | Synapse
February 27, 2026Open Access
Efficient inactivation of Microcystis aeruginosa by carbon microtube-supported magnetic photocatalysts under visible light
Key Points
The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of magnetic photocatalysts in degrading the algae Microcystis aeruginosa and its associated toxins.
Preparation of C–TiO2–Fe3O4 and C–TiFe2O4 as photocatalysts
Testing photocatalysts under visible light to inactivate Microcystis aeruginosa
Assessment of effectiveness in degrading the toxin MC-LR
The magnetic photocatalysts significantly reduced the presence of Microcystis aeruginosa
Effective degradation of the harmful toxin MC-LR was observed
Technologies demonstrated scalability and sustainability for water treatment
Abstract
The prepared magnetic photocatalysts, C–TiO 2 –Fe 3 O 4 and C–TiFe 2 O 4 , are sustainable and scalable technologies to mitigate HABs and degrade MC-LR in contaminated water systems.