Details of Award
NERC Reference : NE/J01771X/1
Multiplexed Nanosensing of Metal Ion Pollutants from Urban Environments
Training Grant Award
- Lead Supervisor:
- Professor D Graham, University of Strathclyde, Pure and Applied Chemistry
- Grant held at:
- University of Strathclyde, Pure and Applied Chemistry
- Science Area:
- Atmospheric
- Freshwater
- Overall Classification:
- Atmospheric
- ENRIs:
- Pollution and Waste
- Environmental Risks and Hazards
- Science Topics:
- None
- Abstract:
- This research proposal is aimed at providing training at PhD level in a state-of-the-art analytical technique and its application to urban environmental sensing. We propose to combine a nanoparticle based optical spectroscopy with the need to quantitatively detect multiple metals in urban environments at ultra low concentration levels. The approach is based on previous work in the bio-analytical sector using nanoparticle assembly to turn on surface enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), resulting in a unique vibrational fingerprint of the target analyte. In this project we will use a series of metals that are considered pollutants in urban environments as the target analytes and design metal nanoparticles which respond selectively to these individual species in such a way they provide a unique vibrational fingerprint which can be identified in a multiplexed and quantitative format. We have recently obtained preliminary data on the concept using specially deisgned gold nanoparticles that were able to detect nickel ions down to ppb in a simple, quantitative and cheap format indicating that the concept is feasible and now requires fully researched making it an ideal project for PhD training. The project brings together aspects of analytical science involving nanoparticles and optical measurements with an unmet environmental need in terms of sensing capability with a view to producing data of high quality for use in decision making on environmental issues. The student trained in this proposal will gain skills in both analytical and environmental science and form part of the next generation of highly skilled scientists trained in the area of technology development for environmental sensing.
- NERC Reference:
- NE/J01771X/1
- Grant Stage:
- Completed
- Scheme:
- DTG - directed
- Grant Status:
- Closed
- Programme:
- Analytical Sci and Tech
This training grant award has a total value of £67,596
FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)
| Total - Fees | Total - Student Stipend | Total - RTSG |
|---|---|---|
| £13,812 | £48,285 | £5,500 |
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