Novel copper vanadium oxide/g-C3N4 nano-composites for optoelectronic and biosensing properties

Abstract

This study investigates into the synthesis, characterization, and multifaceted analysis of a composite material comprised of copper vanadium oxide (CVO) and graphitic Carbon Nitride g-C3N4 (GCN). The fabrication of the composite was achieved through wet-chemical method followed by annealing at 600 °C for 3 h, ensuring controlled composition and structure. The characterization process encompassed X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and UV–visible spectroscopy, unveiling the composite's crystalline structure, novel nano-rod morphology with decorated flakes, and UV–visible light activation capability. The obtained band gap of approximately 2.7 eV signified the composite's optical properties. Electrochemical analysis, including cyclic voltammetry (CV), highlighted the composite's robust biosensing attributes, particularly in response to ascorbic acid. The conducting and metallic characteristics of the composite enhanced its reactivity, promising applications in biosensors and energy storage devices. This comprehensive investigation elucidates the multifaceted potential of the CVO/GCN nano-composite across diverse optoelectronic realms.