Linkage Projects - Grant ID: LP100200859

Funding Activity

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http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/Web/Grant/Grant/LP100200859

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

A highly sensitive and selective nano-engineered sensor for the online monitoring of mercury vapour emissions from harsh industrial processes. The Australian alumina and aluminium industries contribute over $11 billion export income annually. All refineries, except one, operate in rural areas and are the main economic drivers in these regions. In order to maintain the industry's commitment to reduce the environmental impact of its processes and remain economically sustainable, innovative technologies are required to monitor mercury emissions. The aim of this project is to develop robust sensors, for online monitoring of mercury vapours, that operate under challenging industrial environments. This project will also provide excellent training for young researchers in established international industrial research groups, thereby meeting skill shortages in the Australian resource sector.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-03-2011

End Date: 31-08-2014

Funding Scheme: Linkage Projects

Funding Amount: $290,000.00

Funder: Australian Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Analytical Chemistry | Electrochemistry | Functional Materials | Sensor Technology (Chemical aspects) |

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

Urban and Industrial Air Quality | Management of Gaseous Waste from Manufacturing Activities (excl. Greenhouse Gases) | Expanding Knowledge in Technology

Other Keywords

Analytical Chemistry | Electrochemistry | Expanding Knowledge in Technology | Functional Materials | Management of Gaseous Waste from Manufacturing Activities (excl. Greenhouse Gases) | Sensor Technology (Chemical aspects) | Urban and Industrial Air Quality

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