Synthesis and Characterization of Luminescent and Antibacterial Europium-Titanate nanotubes.

ABSTRACT: Antibacterial resistance poses a growing threat to public health by reducing the effectiveness of conventional antibiotics. Nanohybrid materials, such as titanate nanotubes (TiNts), represent a promising alternative owing to their low cost, chemical stability, and biocompatibility. In this study, we functionalized TiNts with europium ions (Eu³⁺) to enhance both optical properties and antibacterial activity. The incorporation of Eu³⁺ extended the material's absorption from the ultraviolet into the visible region. Two luminescent hybrids were obtained: (i) TiNts/Eu, prepared by Eu³⁺ adsorption onto nanotubes, synthesized via an alkaline hydrothermal treatment, and (ii) TiNts-[Eu-(tta)₃phen], produced through coordination of Eu³⁺ ions wit

SUBMITTER: Borazo EO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12756813 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature