Details of Award
NERC Reference : NER/A/S/2001/00652
The biogeochemistry of technetium - a laboratory microcosm study.
Grant Award
- Principal Investigator:
- Professor K Morris, University of Leeds, School of Earth and Environment
- Co-Investigator:
- Professor JR Lloyd, The University of Manchester, Earth Atmospheric and Env Sciences
- Co-Investigator:
- Professor R Mortimer, York St John University, Vice Chancellors Office (VCO)
- Grant held at:
- University of Leeds, School of Earth and Environment
- Science Area:
- Marine
- Freshwater
- Overall Classification:
- Freshwater
- ENRIs:
- Pollution and Waste
- Environmental Risks and Hazards
- Science Topics:
- Environmental Microbiology
- Pollution
- Technol. for Environ. Appl.
- Environmental biotechnology
- Abstract:
- This project will examine the solubility changes and solid phase associations of technetium in sediments under different biogeochemical conditions. We will use sediment microcosms to examine Tc solubility as anoxia develops and during reoxidation of selected systems. We will also use geochemical and microbial characterisation techniques to define the biogeochemical conditions in the microcosms. In addition, we will selectively apply both indirect and direct techniques to examine the solid phase associations of 99Tc. Data will be used to determine the relative efficiency of TcO4- reduction under different biogeochemical conditions. This information is of direct relevance in understanding the fate of Tc released into the environment and in developing technologies which optimise in-situ environmental conditions to reduce Tc solubility in contaminated areas.
- Period of Award:
- 1 Apr 2002 - 31 Mar 2005
- Value:
- £194,918 Lead Split Award
Authorised funds only
- NERC Reference:
- NER/A/S/2001/00652
- Grant Stage:
- Completed
- Scheme:
- Standard Grants Pre FEC
- Grant Status:
- Closed
- Programme:
- Standard Grant
This grant award has a total value of £194,918
FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)
| Total - T&S | Total - Staff | Total - Other Costs | Total - Equipment | Total - Indirect Costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £1,805 | £77,862 | £67,334 | £12,101 | £35,816 |
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