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An 'electron waiting room' helps blue titanium dioxide hold light energy longer • Oct. 26, 2026, 10:20 AM ET (Phys.org)

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Also Known As titania

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Small mound of fine white titanium dioxide powder scattered on a smooth, light surface.
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Fujishima Akira
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Honda Kenichi
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