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Functionalised Organic Complexes for rapid Sensing of Industrial Polluters

Objective

The ultimate target of the project is to create and transfer knowledge on the development of novel functionalised
macromolecular complexes for rapid sensing of hazardous industrial polluters.
Recent developments of macromolecular complexes and opto-electronic techniques of their study have enabled advances
in the formation of molecular probes able to recognize molecules and metal ions. These advances are currently being
considered for application in a new generation of sensor technology, and opto-electronic methods have been proved as
sensitive and rapid tools for such detection. However the selectivity and sensitivity of such methods requires further
improvement. Here, we propose new detection systems combining use of functionalised macromolecules and development
of sensor devices by novel micro-fabrication tools as well as training and career development of prospective researcher up to mature Senior Scientist level.
The overall objective of this research is to select and characterise sensor/probe macromolecules (polymethine dyes,
functionalised carbon nanomaterials, melanins), then to optimise mechanisms of detection due to interaction of
macromolecules with industrial polluters, and finally to develop sensing devices. Performance and usability of the novel sensors will be evaluated in collaboration with industrial partner.
This is an ambitious research initiative having strong interdisciplinary approach that combines physics, chemistry, materials
science, engineering, and biology. Its success is upheld by combination of complementary expertise of the Fellow, Host and
Partners in preparation and characterisation of functionalised macromolecules as well as development of sensing devices.
The project will provide benefits in monitoring and detection of hazardous compounds, and optimisation of cleaning routine
after industrial pollution. Therefore, positive impact on safety of ambient environment and public health care sector is
anticipated.

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MSCA-IF-EF-ST - Standard EF

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(opens in new window) H2020-MSCA-IF-2014

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Coordinator

ASTON UNIVERSITY
Net EU contribution

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€ 195 454,80
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ASTON TRIANGLE
B4 7ET Birmingham
United Kingdom

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Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
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Total cost

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€ 195 454,80
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