Objectif The ultimate target of the project is to create and transfer knowledge on the development of novel functionalisedmacromolecular complexes for rapid sensing of hazardous industrial polluters. Recent developments of macromolecular complexes and opto-electronic techniques of their study have enabled advancesin the formation of molecular probes able to recognize molecules and metal ions. These advances are currently beingconsidered for application in a new generation of sensor technology, and opto-electronic methods have been proved assensitive and rapid tools for such detection. However the selectivity and sensitivity of such methods requires furtherimprovement. Here, we propose new detection systems combining use of functionalised macromolecules and developmentof 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 ofmacromolecules 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, materialsscience, engineering, and biology. Its success is upheld by combination of complementary expertise of the Fellow, Host andPartners 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 routineafter industrial pollution. Therefore, positive impact on safety of ambient environment and public health care sector isanticipated. Champ scientifique medical and health scienceshealth sciencespublic healthengineering and technologymaterials engineeringcoating and filmsengineering and technologyelectrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineeringelectronic engineeringsensorsengineering and technologynanotechnologynano-materialsnatural sciencesphysical sciences Programme(s) H2020-EU.1.3. - EXCELLENT SCIENCE - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Main Programme H2020-EU.1.3.2. - Nurturing excellence by means of cross-border and cross-sector mobility Thème(s) MSCA-IF-2014-EF - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowships (IF-EF) Appel à propositions H2020-MSCA-IF-2014 Voir d’autres projets de cet appel Régime de financement MSCA-IF-EF-ST - Standard EF Coordinateur ASTON UNIVERSITY Contribution nette de l'UE € 195 454,80 Adresse ASTON TRIANGLE B4 7ET Birmingham Royaume-Uni Voir sur la carte Région West Midlands (England) West Midlands Birmingham Type d’activité Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Liens Contacter l’organisation Opens in new window Site web Opens in new window Participation aux programmes de R&I de l'UE Opens in new window Réseau de collaboration HORIZON Opens in new window Coût total € 195 454,80
