Proposal Title
Synthesis, properties and application of ionic liquids
Proposals Acronym
ILs-SPA
Thematic Priority: nanosciences_nanotechnologies_materials_and_new_production_technologies
Sub-thematic Priority: materials
Proposal Abstract
Ionic liquids (ILs) exhibit many interesting properties and have successfully replaced traditional
organic solvents. The aim of the project is to propose synthesis of new ionic liquids (protic, aprotic,
chiral, sweet, task-specific, trigeminal tricationic ILs). Their properties, such as density, viscosity,
thermal stability, antimicrobial activities, surface activity, contact angle will be examined. Moreover, an
application of ILs as a reaction media, for separation methods, wood preservation, embalming and
tissue preservation will broaden the range of their use and will limit the disposal of toxic substances to
the environment.
Proposal Description
Ionic liquids have been intensively examined for the last five years. They are of interest not only
among scientists but industry, too. Our group is experienced in synthesis of new compounds and
looking for vast application in industry. We want to create ILs of low toxicity and low price.
Proposal Objectives
It is the scientific aim of the work to synthesize a new group of compounds having expected for
application properties. The technological aim comprises of application of ILs in wood preservation,
separation methods, solvent in reactions and medical diagnostics.
Proposed Method
The synthesis will be led according to Menschutkin reaction and ion-exchange reaction. We will
examine and optimize isolation of pure ILs from reaction mixture. The product purity will be controlled
in the stage of selection of synthesis and isolation methods.
Proposal Added Value
New compounds will be synthesized, identified and described with physicochemical parameters. The
new ILs are solvents for chemical reactions, i.e. green solvents. Moreover, they can find applications
for wood preservation, medical diagnostics (embalming and tissue preservation) and separation
processes.
Proposal Impact
ILs can be called a new multifunctional material. Their discovery enables production of preparations
protected against microbial contamination. These advantages of ILs allow to decrease cost of many
preparations. Our studies will have an essential impact on the position and competitiveness of Europe
to the USA and Asia.
Role: partner
Research Group Resources Description
The studies will be held in laboratory for ILs synthesis, equipped with the instruments for compound
analysis and extraction equipment. Moreover, laboratory for biological activity determination and wood
preservation determination will be attracted in the project. Staff: 1 professor, 16 doctor, 8 PhD