Development of sustainable analytical methods and devices

Department

Sustainable Analytical Instrumentation Laboratory (Sustain Lab), Department of Agrifood, Environmental and Animal Science, University of Udine

Main research activities/topics/projects

In compliance with the fundamental principles of GAC (Green Analytical Chemistry) the research activities carried out at Sustain Lab have as common thread the reduction of the environmental impact and simplification of procedures throughout the analysis process. These objectives, combined
with the ever-increasing demand for portable analytical instrumentation, are achieved mainly through the development of low-cost miniaturized analytical devices characterized by a reduced consumption of solvents/reagents and usable also from untrained operators. In this context, the research activity will be focused on the:
- assembly of low-cost and easy-to-use analytical devices using simple constructive approaches and readily available materials (e.g. Paper-based devices, Pencil-drawn electrodes, 3D printed electrodes);
- use of eco-friendly solvents (Eutectic Mixtures) for analytical applications;
- development of analytical methods using benchtop and microchip capillary electrophoresis.
These analytical approaches will be used for the determination and quantification of analytes of agro-food and environmental interest.

Working language

English

Special entry requirements

Knowledge of the fundamental principles and concepts in Analytical Chemistry and associated techniques, experience in electrochemistry and separation science. Experience in 3D printing and programming with open source software and hardware can be useful for research development.

Duration in months (min-max)

PhD sandwich: 3-12

Post Doc: 3-12