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This study aims to develop and assess BiOI-based composites for improving the removal of ciprofloxacin from water through adsorption and photocatalytic processes.

May 16, 2026Open Access

Adsorption or photocatalysis? Engineering BiOi with metalorganic framework CAU-17 and microporous organic polymer MOP-CH2EDA to enhance ciprofloxacin removal from water

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This study aims to develop and assess BiOI-based composites for improving the removal of ciprofloxacin from water through adsorption and photocatalytic processes.
Fabrication of binary and ternary BiOI composites with CAU-17 and MOP-CH₂EDA.
Evaluation of adsorption and photocatalytic efficiency for ciprofloxacin removal.
Use of control comparisons for determining the effectiveness of the composites.
BiOI composites significantly increased ciprofloxacin removal efficiency compared to individual components.
The synergistic effect of CAU-17 and MOP-CH₂EDA enhanced the overall photocatalytic activity.
Statistical analyses indicated a substantial improvement in pollutant degradation rates.

Abstract

Herein we report the fabrication of binary and ternary BiOI-based composites incorporating the metal-organic framework CAU-17 and the amine-functionalized microporous organic polymer MOP-CH₂EDA, designed to enhance both adsorption and photocatalytic...

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