Phyto-engineered CuO using : A visible-light-driven photocatalyst with antibacterial potential for environmental and biomedical applications

Key Points

• The antibacterial potential of phyto-engineered CuO highlights its effectiveness with a 90% reduction in bacterial colonies.
• Copper oxide serves as a photocatalyst, harnessing visible light to drive reactions under ambient conditions.
• Assessment using phyto-engineering techniques allows for eco-friendly production of copper oxide nanoparticles.
• These findings support the application of CuO in environmental and biomedical contexts, with further study needed on long-term effects.