Developing New Nanomaterials for Advanced Optical Analysis in Health and Environmental Monitoring
Project Description
The project focuses on creating and improving silver and gold nanomaterials to enhance spectroscopy techniques, specifically Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) and Surface-Enhanced Infrared Absorption Spectroscopy (SEIRAS). We aim to use these nanomaterials to detect important substances like cortisol and melatonin for health monitoring, as well as to identify tiny plastic particles in the environment. By optimizing the properties of silver and gold nanostructures, we hope to make these tests more sensitive and accurate. This project will contribute to advancements in both health diagnostics and environmental monitoring, providing reliable tools for early detection and assessment of key indicators for various applications.
Supervisor
HUANG Jinqing
Quota
4
Course type
UROP1000
UROP1100
UROP2100
UROP3100
UROP3200
UROP4100
Applicant's Roles
Synthesize silver and gold nanomaterials.
Characterize nanomaterials using microscopy and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
Conduct SERS and SEIRAS experiments for sample analysis.
Analyze spectral data for sensitivity and specificity.
Document procedures and prepare reports.
Characterize nanomaterials using microscopy and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
Conduct SERS and SEIRAS experiments for sample analysis.
Analyze spectral data for sensitivity and specificity.
Document procedures and prepare reports.
Applicant's Learning Objectives
Nanomaterial Synthesis: Acquire skills in synthesizing silver and gold nanomaterials.
Characterization Techniques: Learn to use electron microscopy and UV-Vis spectroscopy for analysis.
Spectroscopy Applications: Understand SERS and SEIRAS for detecting biological and environmental samples.
Data Interpretation: Develop skills in analyzing and interpreting spectral data.
Research Documentation: Improve abilities in documenting research processes and results.
Characterization Techniques: Learn to use electron microscopy and UV-Vis spectroscopy for analysis.
Spectroscopy Applications: Understand SERS and SEIRAS for detecting biological and environmental samples.
Data Interpretation: Develop skills in analyzing and interpreting spectral data.
Research Documentation: Improve abilities in documenting research processes and results.
Complexity of the project
Moderate