Rapid electron transfer via hetero-interface engineering of 2D MOF anchored Ti3C2 MXene nanosheet for enhanced photocatalytic disinfection

Photocatalytic materials are one of the most promising alternatives of antibiotics for wound disinfection, and the bacteria-killing efficacy is restrained by photocatalytic performance. Herein, Ti 3 C 2 MXene-anchored 2D metal-organic frame (MOF) nanosheets were constructed to enhance the photocatalytic performance through interface engineering strategy by in-situ growth of 2D MOF on Ti 3 C 2 nanosheets. On the one hand, the close contact between them decreased the bandgap of 2D MOF, improving the yield of photogenerated electrons. On the other hand, it not only provided a rapid electron transfer channel across the interface but also induced the formation of Schottky junction at the interface. Consequently, the separation efficiency of photo-generated electron-hole pairs was significantly enhanced by rapid transfer and inhibition of electron backflow. Thus, under 660 nm plus 808 nm light, MOF/Ti 3 C 2 killed 99.73 ± 0.12% of Staphylococcus aureus . This work will provide insights for designing photo-responsive materials through in-situ interfacial engineering strategies.