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    • Titanium dioxide (TiO2) based films are known for their photocatalytic and self-cleaning properties.
    • Incorporating noble metals like silver (Ag) can enhance these properties and introduce new functionalities.
    • Understanding the structure-property relationships of Ti-Ag-O films is crucial for optimizing their performance.

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    • To investigate the structural, mechanical, optical, photocatalytic, and biocidal properties of Ti-Ag-O films.
    • To evaluate the effect of silver (Ag) addition on the UV-induced hydrophilicity of TiO2 films.
    • To assess the biocidal efficacy of Ti-Ag-O films against Escherichia coli (E. coli) under different light conditions.

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    • Ti-Ag-O films were fabricated using reactive sputtering from a Ti/Ag target at varying oxygen partial pressures (pO2).
    • Film properties were characterized, including structure (anatase phase), hydrophilicity (water droplet contact angle - WDCA), and mechanical properties.
    • Biocidal activity was tested against E. coli under UV and visible light irradiation.

    Main Results:

    • Addition of ~2 at.% Ag did not negatively impact the UV-induced hydrophilicity of TiO2 films.
    • Thick (~1,500 nm) TiO2/Ag films with anatase (200) phase showed superior hydrophilicity (WDCA < 10° after 20 min UV irradiation).
    • Hydrophilic Ti-Ag-O films demonstrated potent biocidal effects, achieving 100% E. coli inactivation within 20 min of UV irradiation, and also showed efficacy under visible light.

    Conclusions:

    • Ti-Ag-O films exhibit a synergistic combination of excellent UV-induced hydrophilicity and strong biocidal activity.
    • The enhanced properties are attributed to the TiO2 matrix and the presence of silver, offering dual functionality.
    • These films are promising for applications requiring self-cleaning and antimicrobial surfaces, even under visible light illumination.