Hexagonal geometric mesoporous nano-ink formulation for electrochemical detection of phthalate- A chief EDC

Phthalates are plasticizers used in plastic manufacturing especially polyethylene terephthalate, and polycarbonate. This is predominantly used in food packaging, bottles, cosmetics, infant products, etc., The plastic conversion into ‘microplastics’ along with its plasticizer tends to leach out from the products and cause numerous health and environmental impacts. The major health effects imparted by dibutyl phthalate derivative are endocrine disruption, cancer, reproductive and developmental effects. The environmental impacts include aquatic species toxicity, water and soil pollution. Though the usage limit has been set and some tend to publicize it as phthalate-free, we are unaware of whether it’s under the prescribed limit or free of phthalate, hence sensor comes into play. In this work, we are planning to develop an electrochemical sensor for the detection of dibutyl phthalate using mesoporous nanoparticle-infused conductive nano-ink using a conventional set-up initially. Then, disposable portable electrodes on the eco-friendly substrate will be fabricated using the nano-ink.

Faculty Supervisor:

Matiar Howlader

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Partner:

SASTRA Deemed University

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

McMaster University

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