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Project Code [2007-PhD-ET-5]
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Project title
Green Organocatalysis A biodegradation and (eco)toxicity study
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
Dublin City University (DCU)
Lead Applicant
Nick Gathergood
Project Abstract
To identify classes of organocatalysts which are not environmentally benign and design low toxicity, biodegradable derivatives. The preparation and application in asymmetric catalysis of these novel organocatalysts as a viable alternative for the pharmaceutical industry will lead to a significant reduction in adverse environmental impact. Organocatalysis fulfils many of requirements of green chemistry catalytic amounts of reagent, removal of toxic metal compounds, robust catalysts with reactions frequently in air without rigorous drying of solvents. However, there is no toxicity or ecotoxicity data reported for this rapidly emerging field, where similarities to the fields of PAHs and peptidomimetics raise particular concerns.
Grant Approved
�94,370.00
Research Hub
Green and Circular Economy
Research Theme
Waste and Resources Management
Initial Projected Completion Date
03/03/2010