Research Project 13711505

Development of Solid Polymer Chemosensors

Project Overview

Development of Solid Polymer Chemosensors via Suzuki Coupling for the Detection of Harmful Gases

This research project focuses on developing advanced solid polymer chemosensors using Suzuki coupling reactions to create highly sensitive and selective detection systems for harmful gases.

Project Details

Project Number: 13711505

Duration: 2022-2024

Role: Research Team Member

Status: Completed

Research Focus

  • Suzuki coupling polymer synthesis
  • Solid-state sensor fabrication
  • Gas detection mechanisms
  • Sensor sensitivity optimization
  • Real-time monitoring systems

Target Gases

  • Toxic industrial gases
  • Volatile organic compounds
  • Environmental pollutants
  • Combustible gases
  • Chemical warfare agents

Technical Approach

Suzuki Coupling Strategy

Utilizing palladium-catalyzed Suzuki coupling reactions to create conjugated polymer systems with enhanced electronic properties for gas sensing applications.

  • Aryl halide-boronic acid coupling
  • Controlled polymer architecture
  • Functional group incorporation
Sensor Design

Development of solid-state polymer sensors with optimized morphology and surface properties for maximum gas interaction and signal transduction.

  • Thin-film deposition techniques
  • Surface functionalization
  • Electronic signal processing

Key Achievements & Impact

Safety Enhancement

Advanced early warning systems for harmful gas detection

Industrial Applications

Workplace safety monitoring and environmental protection

Performance Metrics

Improved sensitivity, selectivity, and response time

Research Contributions

As a research team member, Dr. Mahmoud Basseem contributed expertise in organic synthesis, polymer characterization, and sensor fabrication techniques.

Key Contributions:
  • Polymer synthesis and optimization
  • Material characterization studies
  • Sensor performance evaluation
  • Data analysis and interpretation
Project Outcomes:
  • Novel polymer chemosensors
  • Enhanced detection capabilities
  • Scientific publications
  • Technology transfer potential