Objetivo
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.
Ámbito científico
- medical and health scienceshealth sciencespublic health
- engineering and technologymaterials engineeringcoating and films
- engineering and technologyelectrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineeringelectronic engineeringsensors
- engineering and technologynanotechnologynano-materials
- natural sciencesphysical sciences
Programa(s)
Régimen de financiación
MSCA-IF-EF-ST - Standard EFCoordinador
B4 7ET Birmingham
Reino Unido