Project description
Novel 3D patterning of ultrasmall nanoparticles in porous columnar liquid crystals
3D printing with liquid crystal networks (LCNs) primarily uses liquid crystals in their nematic phase to create materials with unique optical properties. Meanwhile, the potential of other LCN mesophases remains relatively unexplored. Supported by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme, the TEMPL3D project aims to address this research gap by developing an innovative 3D patterning method for ultrasmall nanoparticles (USNPs). By combining 3D printing technology with the unidirectional order of columnar liquid crystals, it will create highly ordered nanoporous polymeric materials. These tailorable nanopores will serve as templates for metallic USNPs, including superparamagnetic nanoparticles and quantum dots, to achieve entirely new functionalities. Ultimately, TEMPL3D seeks to create state-of-the-art multifunctional materials with applications in photonics, optoelectronics, soft robotics and catalysis.
Objective
The emergence of 3D printing technology has revolutionized the field of Liquid Crystal Networks (LCNs), enabling the fabrication of advanced functional materials with unprecedented precision and customization. However, to date, only a few liquid crystal phases (primarily nematic) have been utilized in the 3D printing of structures, thereby limiting the potential of other mesophases in more effectively controlling the anisotropic properties of the final materials.
TEMPL3D seeks to overcome this limitation by combining 3D printing technology with the unidirectional order of Columnar Liquid Crystals (CLCs), pioneering a novel 3D patterning method for ultrasmall nanoparticles (USNPs). This approach aims to enhance the intrinsic properties of USNPs along the columnar axis, and potentially introduce entirely new functionalities. By leveraging the unique characteristics of CLCs and the precision of 3D printing, the research intends to develop highly ordered nanoporous polymeric materials with customizable nanopores. These nanopores will act as templates for metallic USNPs, such as superparamagnetic nanoparticles and quantum dots, enhancing or creating new properties.
The ultimate goal of TEMPL3D is to develop multifunctional materials with applications in photonics, optoelectronics, soft robotics, and catalysis—surpassing current technological capabilities. This multidisciplinary project is aligned with the MSCA strategy, contributing to Europe’s growth and competitiveness.
TEMPL3D also involves a strong exchange of knowledge between the host institution and me. This fellowship will play a key role in advancing my future independent research career in chemistry by offering interdisciplinary training across a wide range of skills, mentorship from leading experts in the field, and the opportunity to establish a new research line that has not yet been explored at the host institution.
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HORIZON.1.2 - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
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50121 Florence
Italy
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