H2O2-assisted photocatalysis on flower-like rutile TiO2 nanostructures: Rapid dye degradation and inactivation of bacteria

- Hierarchically assembled rutile TiO2 was synthesized at room temperature.
- Hydrothermal treatment enhanced the crystallinity, while morphology was maintained.
- Hydrothermal treatment also led to larger crystallites and a lower surface area.
- Effective K. pneumoniae killing and MO degradation were achieved with the use of H2O2.
- Higher crystallinity enhanced the reaction rate in the presence of H2O2.