ABSTRACT
Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) most often employ ultraviolet (UV) radiation. First, the principles behind the UV-AOPs with the addition of hydrogen peroxide (UV/H2O2) or titanium dioxide (UV/TiO2) are discussed, along with the main factors impacting their efficiency. This is followed by a brief overview of the current applications of UV/H2O2 and UV/TiO2 AOPs to micropollutant degradation, focusing on pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and endocrine-disrupting compounds. Finally, future directions and challenges to implementing these treatment processes are also discussed.
