Research Project 51011

Solid Adsorbent Chemosensors for Heavy Metal Detection

Project Overview

Solid Adsorbent Chemosensors for Heavy Metal Detection and Removal

This research project focuses on developing innovative dual-function solid adsorbent chemosensors that simultaneously detect and remove heavy metals from wastewater systems.

Project Details

Project Number: 51011

Duration: 2025-2028

Role: Principal Investigator

Status: Active

Dual Functionality

  • Simultaneous detection and removal
  • Solid adsorbent technology
  • Real-time monitoring capability
  • Regeneration and reuse
  • Cost-effective solutions

Target Heavy Metals

  • Lead (Pb²⁺)
  • Mercury (Hg²⁺)
  • Cadmium (Cd²⁺)
  • Chromium (Cr⁶⁺)
  • Copper (Cu²⁺)

Technical Approach

Adsorbent Design Strategy

Development of novel solid adsorbent materials with integrated sensing capabilities for selective heavy metal binding and optical signal generation.

  • Surface functionalization
  • Selective binding sites
  • Optical signal transduction
Environmental Applications

Implementation in wastewater treatment facilities, industrial discharge monitoring, and environmental remediation systems.

  • Wastewater treatment
  • Industrial monitoring
  • Environmental remediation

Expected Outcomes & Impact

Dual Functionality

Combined detection and removal in a single system

Water Purification

Advanced solutions for water treatment and environmental protection

Cost Efficiency

Economical approach to heavy metal remediation

Research Contributions

As the Principal Investigator, Dr. Mahmoud Basseem leads the development of innovative dual-function adsorbent chemosensors for environmental applications.

Key Contributions:
  • Novel adsorbent material design
  • Dual-function system development
  • Environmental application testing
  • Performance optimization
Expected Outcomes:
  • Innovative detection technology
  • Environmental protection solutions
  • Commercial applications
  • Scientific publications
Detection & Removal
Co-PI
Leadership Role
4 years
Research Duration

Project Overview

This research project focuses on developing innovative solid adsorbent chemosensors capable of both detecting and removing heavy metals from wastewater using advanced organic and inorganic materials.

By integrating detection and remediation capabilities into a single system, we aim to revolutionize wastewater treatment processes and provide real-time monitoring of water quality while simultaneously removing harmful contaminants.

Dual Functionality Approach

Real-time Detection

Continuous monitoring of heavy metal concentrations with immediate feedback

Active Removal

Simultaneous adsorption and extraction of heavy metals from contaminated water

Regenerative Design

Reusable sensors with regeneration capabilities for sustainable operation

Performance Optimization

Enhanced selectivity and sensitivity through material engineering

Advanced Materials Integration

Organic Materials

Functionalized Polymers
Organic Ligands & Chelators
Carbon-based Nanomaterials
Bio-derived Adsorbents

Inorganic Materials

Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs)
Zeolite-based Composites
Clay Minerals & Nanoparticles
Mesoporous Silica Systems

Target Heavy Metals

Pb²⁺

Lead

High Priority

Hg²⁺

Mercury

High Priority

Cd²⁺

Cadmium

High Priority

Cu²⁺

Copper

Medium Priority

Zn²⁺

Zinc

Medium Priority

Cr³⁺

Chromium

Medium Priority