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Project Code [2009-PhD-ET-3]

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Project title

Selective Catalysts for green oxidation upping performance reducing waste.

Primary Funding Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

n/a

Lead Organisation

National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG)

Lead Applicant

Patrick O'Leary

Project Abstract

Many molecules have two enantiomer forms related as are right and left hands (mirror images). In pharmaceuticals it is vital that only one enantiomer is prepared, a difficult process requiring precise control. Sharpless (2001) received a Nobel prize for work on important oxidation reactions. Technologies in this area however, remain environmentally unfriendly. They are wasteful in terms of amounts of chemicals used and use non environmentally benign reagents. This project will develop enantioselective catalysts which use benign chemicals and increase the efficiency of the process reducing waste streams. Catalyst recyclability will be researched allowing environmental and economic benefits.

Grant Approved

�95,000.00

Research Hub

Green and Circular Economy

Research Theme

Waste and Resources Management

Start Date

21/09/2009

Initial Projected Completion Date

21/09/2012