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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)

Lead Applicant

n/a

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 Hub

n/a

Research Theme

Climate Solutions, Transition Management and Opportunities

Start Date

01/01/2023

Initial Projected Completion Date

31/12/2025