Photocatalytic degradation of ibuprofen on titanium oxide nanoparticles: insights into degradation kinetics, mechanisms, thermodynamics, pathways, and toxicity

Key Points

• This research focuses on the photocatalytic degradation of ibuprofen using titanium oxide nanoparticles.
• Utilized titanium oxide nanoparticles for photocatalysis
• Investigated degradation kinetics and thermodynamic properties
• Analyzed degradation pathways in aqueous solutions
• Demonstrated effective reduction of ibuprofen levels
• Uncovered degradation pathways and mechanisms
• Assessed the thermodynamic stability and toxicity of degradation products