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Research fields in the area of nanoporous materials include imprinted polymers which can function according to the lock-and-key principle, thus enabling the development of (for example) selective sensors, and metal-organic framework structures, for example for applications in the areas of gas storage, separation techniques and sensor technology. Current research projects include the EU/BMBF project "SENSIndoor" and the Fraunhofer cooperation "MOF2market".
Molecular polymer imprinting is a highly elegant and efficient method of producing functional materials equipped with selective identification characteristics. Using the lock-and-key principle, selective materials can be produced for different applications, such as sensors, purification of mixtures or enrichment.
Molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) are produced by synthesizing highly cross-linked polymers in the presence of template molecules. In a self-organizing process, the growing polymer skeleton adapts to the molecular model, forming a type of imprint of the molecular template. The geometric adaptation of the polymer and the interactions of the functional groups, for example the formation of hydrogen bonds, make the polymer selective for the template, which means that it can be applied as a selective sensor coating.
At Fraunhofer ICT, MIPs are being developed as sensor coatings for the detection of explosives, and as particles for the enrichment of semi-volatile compounds. Various coating technologies such as nanoplotting, spin coating, screen printing and various synthesis methods (UV polymerization, suspension polymerization, core-shell particles are used. Possible analytes range from explosives or toxic substances, such as herbicides and pesticides, to natural substances such as steroids.
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) form a new class of microporous materials that are characterized by extremely large specific pore volumes (up to 3.60 cm3/g) and large specific surfaces (> 7000 m2/g) that substantially exceed those of established porous materials like silicates or activated carbon.
MOFs are composed of metallic clusters such as Zn, Cu, Fe and Zr, connected by organic linkers (e. g. terephthalate, imidazolate). They offer an infinite array of compositional possibilities, generating a wide variety of MOF substances with very different properties. MOF materials can therefore be used in very different areas of application, in particular gas storage, separation techniques, sensor development, drug delivery, environmental restoration and catalysis.
Fraunhofer ICT carries out applied and industry-oriented research in the area of metal-organic frameworks. Emphasis is placed on economical synthesis routes for MOF compounds and their scale-up to the kilogram range, which forms the basis for future product developments. Synthesis protocols originally obtained through fundamental research are further optimized on the basis of reaction engineering concepts. The major goal is to simplify the synthesis processes and significantly reduce their costs. Here, questions pertaining to the economical use of resources and energy, waste reduction, product quality, space/time yield, safety and future up-scaling play an important role.
Fraunhofer ICT uses screening procedures that are conducted either continuously or batch-wise in parallel reactor set-ups, in order to identify promising synthesis routes at a very early stage during the exploration of new MOF materials. Modern analytical methods are available for characterizing the synthesis products, in particular the structure, specific surface, adsorption behavior and chemical and thermal stability of the porous materials.
The main research priorities at Fraunhofer ICT are currently product developments in the areas of reactive gas storage, selective sensing of hazardous substances and liquid-phase catalysis using MOFs. Starting with MOF substances known from literature we develop strategies to optimize functionality, for instance by modifying linker molecules or by post-functionalization of the entire MOF compound. As part of a strategic partnership with five other Fraunhofer institutes (Fraunhofer IWS, IKTS, IGB, ISE, and UMSICHT), further MOF applications in the areas of gas storage, heat storage, gas separation and sensor technology are explored. In addition, processes for the shaping and manufacturing of MOF semi-finished products as well as new characterization techniques are currently being developed.
We provide our customers and project partners with rapid and comprehensive access to the diverse applications of metal-organic frameworks.
We offer a broad range of R&D services ranging from feasibility studies and expertise to product and process developments.
We develop, analyze and optimize MOF syntheses and MOF processes for customer-specific tasks in all areas from the laboratory to production scale.
SENSIndoor aims to develop novel, nanotechnology-based intelligent sensor systems for the selective monitoring of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) for demand-controlled ventilation in indoor environments. Significantly reduced energy consumption without the adverse health effects linked to sick building syndrome requires optimized ventilation concepts adapted to specific application scenarios like offices, hospitals, schools, nurseries or private homes. These must be based on selective detection and the reliable quantification of relevant VOCs such as formaldehyde or benzene at ppb or even sub-ppb levels in complex environments. The project addresses two sensor technologies with MEMS-based metal oxide semiconductor gas sensors and SiC-based gas-sensitive field effect transistors. Gas-sensitive layers for both sensor technologies are achieved using pulsed laser deposition for well-defined, stable and highly-sensitive nanostructured layers. These are combined with gas pre-concentration to boost the sensitivity of the overall system. Dynamic operation of the gas sensor elements by temperature cycling, combined with pattern recognition techniques, is employed to further boost sensitivity and selectivity, and is expanded to make optimal use of the gas pre-concentration. The project thus combines physical and chemical nanotechnologies for extremely sensitive and selective gas sensing, MEMS technologies for low-power operation as well as low-cost manufacture and finally dynamic operating modes together with advanced signal processing for unrivalled system performance. Sensor elements and systems are evaluated under controlled lab conditions derived from priority application scenarios. The final demonstration of the SENSIndoor technology will include field tests with sensor systems integrated into building control systems. The project is funded by the European Community's Seventh Framework Programme under grant agreement no. 604311.
In this project, novel MOF-based applications have been developed in the solar technology, membrane technology, sensor, diagnostics, gas storage and chemical processing sectors. Due to the unique properties of MOFs, these have new or improved performance parameters, making them suitable for a wide range of markets. At Fraunhofer ICT production processes and strategies are optimized in terms of reaction and process engineering and also economic factors, for integration in an industrial environment. The aim is a flexible provision of MOF substances on a technical scale. In addition, MOF-based storage systems are developed for highly reactive gases and liquids. This cooperation between six Fraunhofer institutes ran from March 2012 to February 2015.


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Reaching for the stars: Space-themed program touches down in Leominster
By David Dore
Former NASA astronaut Don Thomas, back left, and Michelle Lucas, back right, founder and president of Higher Orbits, stand with the 17 middle and high school students who took part in "Go for Launch!" last week at the Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburgand Leominster. David Dore photo
Before they could imagine going to space, about 15 middle and high school students had a few things to learn here on Earth — such as how to speak in front of a group, present materials and overcome nervousness.
"Everybody gets nervous," Michelle Lucas said. "It's just kind of natural."
Lucas, a former International Space Station flight controller and astronaut instructor, urged them when speaking to an audience to make eye contact, speak loudly enough to be heard in the back of the room, change their rate of speech if necessary (depending on the situation and the part of the country they're in), pause and breathe when needed (but don't use filler words such as "um" and "uh" too much), and "keep it simple, but informative" in their talks and PowerPoint presentations.
As for overcoming nervousness, Lucas told them to take a deep breath, relax and trust their knowledge — or do what works for them.
And, she said, don't forget to smile.
"It makes everybody smile back at you, which can help with your nerves," Lucas said.
The 17 students listening to Lucas Monday, Aug. 15 were part of "Go for Launch!" at the Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg and Leominster. This was the first time Higher Orbits brought "Go for Launch!" to Massachusetts.
The Aug. 15-17 program used space exploration to teach teamwork, communication and leadership, as well as interest students in careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and art.
The five teams, with names like Jamal's Rocket, Alpha Savages and Winnahs, took what they learned this Monday afternoon in Leominster and applied it over the next couple of days. Their goal was to come up with an idea for an experiment that could be performed on the International Space Station. They presented their ideas Wednesday to a panel of judges, which picked one middle school and one high school project that moved on to a national competition — and a chance for their project to be brought into space next year.
As the students brainstormed, they remembered other advice that Lucas (founder and president of the nonprofit Higher Orbits) gave them, such as not criticizing team members' ideas.
"Even if it sounds crazy," she said, "toss it out there."
According to retired astronaut Don Thomas, who spoke to the students earlier on Monday, what they learned from Lucas would be useful both at "Go for Launch!" and well into the future.
"When I was their age, I never had to get up and talk in front of anybody," Thomas recalled Monday afternoon. "I think through my whole K-12 learning experience I maybe had to get up once or twice to do a book report, but never had to get up and present an idea. I wish I had had that experience, because that is a real-life experience you need in just about any profession. You're going to have to get in front of people and talk about what you did or what you're planning to do, or why you did something."
While they were learning skills they could use at a job, Thomas said, "it's important just to have fun here as well. We're all about trying to get them excited in careers in math and science and engineering, for the future. We hope that they see that science is cool, this is fun to do, and we hope to inspire some of the young students, and say, 'Hey, I never thought of that. I'd love to go work at NASA or I want to be a scientist developing experiments in the future as well.'"
Thomas also shared memories with the students of his time as an astronaut. He dreamed of being an astronaut starting at the age of 6. But, he said, it took four tries to get into the NASA program.
"The first three times I was turned down," Thomas said, "so the important lesson I learned that I tried to share with the students is, you have to be persistent. You have to work hard and never give up on projects or dreams of whatever you want to work on in your life."
Thomas went on four space missions. While being able to do "all kinds of gymnastics" in zero gravity was "pure fun," he said, something else made a lasting impact on him.
"The coolest part of being up in space, I think for almost every astronaut, is looking back at planet Earth, and it changes your perspective of our planet," Thomas said.
He remembered seeing from space breathtaking sights such as Mount Everest, the Great Barrier Reef and Victoria Falls — along with things like rainforests being cut and burned in South America, large open pit mines that are a few miles across, and polluted rivers.
"I used to say I was from Ohio — that's where I grew up — and I would tell people I'm from Cleveland," Thomas said. "Now, I tell people I'm from Earth, that I have more of a global perspective of our planet, and I see all of us — from the different states, different countries, different continents — we're all on planet Earth together and we all need to take better care of this place. I don't look at borders like I did when I was young."
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