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Development of optical sensors for ocean monitoring

Work description

Water quality is essential for human life and the maintenance of aquatic ecosystems, ranging from rivers to the oceans. Therefore, it is crucial to monitor this resource continuously to ensure its conservation and sustainability. This concern becomes even more important when the focus is on ocean exploration. This work aims to study, develop, and implement innovative sensors designed to work in extreme conditions and be capable of providing accurate data on various chemical and biological parameters and serving different applications.

Academic Qualifications

Chemistry

Minimum profile required

Proven experience in electrochemical methods for sensor development, targeting chemical and biological entities.Advanced knowledge in the development and characterization of plasmonic structures for the detection of chemical and biological targets.

Preference factors

Experience in the development and handling of opto-electrochemical systems. Advanced knowledge in nanoparticle synthesis and optical characterization. Advanced knowledge in the synthesis of molecularly imprinted polymers. Advanced knowledge in physicochemical characterization techniques.

Application Period

Since 13 Feb 2025 to 27 Feb 2025

Centre

Applied Photonics

Scientific Advisor

Luís Carlos Coelho