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Project Code [RDD00877]
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Project title
C-Weed: Carbon Department of Transports from Seaweed and Seaweed Derivatives
Primary Funding Agency
Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
Trinity College Dublin (TCD)
Project Abstract
In this research the potential of seaweed and seaweed derivatives as feedstocks for the hydrothermal formation of carbon Department of Transports will be explored. Kelp and Irish moss seaweeds and their derivatives glucose, galactose, alginic acid and carrageenan will be assessed for the generation of carbon Department of Transports by hydrothermal methods. The efficacy of the synthetic and purification protocols examined with varying conditions of temperature, time and pH will be assessed by detailed structural and photophysical characterisation methods. Photophysical analysis by UV-vis and fluorescence spectroscopies will be particularly relevant in establishing the suitability of processes and products for their subsequent incorporation into optoelectronic devices, such as LEDs and photovoltaic cells.
Grant Approved
�570,130.00
Research Theme
Climate Solutions, Transition Management and Opportunities
Initial Projected Completion Date
31/12/2025