Dr. Shaoyang Liu, Troy University (TU) professor of chemistry and physics, has received a $534,194 grant to further his research into the safety of recycled plastics.
Liu was given the grant by the National Science Foundation for his research titled “RUI: Sensitive and Rapid Detection of Hazardous Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in Recycled Plastics Using Solid-Phase Microextraction”.
“Recycled plastics play a crucial role in building a sustainable future, but they often contain impurities, including toxic residues and hazardous chemicals,” Liu said. “This research will develop a sensitive, convenient and reliable method to detect hazardous VOCs and ensure recycled products are safe for everyday use.”
An announcement from TU said that the research could potentially help in improving the safety of recycled plastics.
“This grant not only supports groundbreaking research, but also provides valuable opportunities for Troy University undergraduate students to engage in hands-on research,” Liu said. “Our students will gain experience in state-of-the-art analytical chemistry techniques that can benefit local industries and strengthen the STEM workforce.”
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