MAPTECH · Training for Micro-analytical platform technology
FP6 — Marie Curie Actions (Human Resources and Mobility)
- Duration
- 2006-09-01 → 2010-08-31
- EU contribution
- €1,086,219
- Participants
- 4
- Scheme
- EST
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Results in brief
Final Activity Report Summary - MAPTECH (Training for micro-analytical platform technology)
Training for micro-analytical platform technology (MAPTECH) was an integrated training programme for early stage researchers. MAPTECH aimed to provide researchers with integrated experience in scientific research and technology commercialisation. It strategically focussed on strengthening and integrating European expertise in the increasingly significant field of emerging microanalytical systems, biosensors and nanotechnologies. Teesside focussed on training on microanalytical device fabrication with an emphasis on polymer moulding and joining technologies and the incorporation of functional nanomaterials for sensing biological analytes. A specific technique called cavity enhanced absorption spectroscopy (CEAS) was used for this matter. Barcelona incorporated printed micro and nanostructures and nanosensors within sensor systems. Techniques of micro-contact printing were also developed during the programme. The implementation of micro structures on thin film was developed for further integration into a microfluidic structure. In the Valtion Teknillinen Tutkimuskeskusvtt (VTT), work was carried out around hybrid and functional material development and incorporation into microanalytical sensor systems. Techniques around printing, development of inks, lithography and hot embossing on roll to roll were experienced and further developed by both fellows. Fraunhofer focussed the activities of the programme on advanced polymer microfabrication and nanofabrication technologies for biotechnology devices, with a stress on roll to roll polymeric device fabrication. Joining and assembling of microfluidics were studied in depth with their implication on biocompatibility. Details of each results and achievements were submitted during the project activity reports.
Data: CORDIS, © European Union
Project objective
Training for Micro-Analytical Platform Technology (MAPTech) programme for early stage researchers aims to significantly enhance expertise in microanalytical systems and nanotechnology at a European level by facilitating the structured flow of researchers, expertise and technology between research centres in Finland, Germany, Spain and the United Kingdom.This training initiative operates within an area that has been highlighted as one of significant importance to the European Research Area, and MAPTech aims to nurture expertise in this field by providing a broad portfolio of related multi-disciplinary training activities and research opportunities in microanalytical systems and nanotechnology.MAPTech will comprise: Four 36-month PhD programmes, four 18-month training placements. Complimentary activities include applied training placements in industry, training in project management and scientific ethics. Also included are modular periods of academic study where early stage researchers will be able to gain accredited postgraduate qualifications in nanotechnology and microsystems.The PhD programs will offer structured training and research with the following scope:- Incorporating printed nanostructures and nanosensors within microanalytical sensor systems.- Micro analytical device fabrication with an emphasis on polymer moulding and joining technologies- Advanced polymer micro- and nanofabrication technologies for biotechnology devices, with a focus on roll-to-roll polymeric device fabrication.- Hybrid and functional material development and incorporation into microanalytical sensor systemsMAPTech will provide the opportunity for early stage research workers to develop their expertise within several highly regarded research facilities across Europe and gain further qualification and work experience in a strategically important field of research.
Original text from CORDIS.
Participants
- UNIVERSITY OF TEESSIDE · MIDDLESBROUGHCoordinatorCity levelUnited Kingdom
- FRAUNHOFER GESELLSCHAFT ZUR FORDERUNG DER ANGEWANDTEN FORSCHUNG E.V.* · MÜNCHENGermany
- PARC CIENTIFIC DE BARCELONA · BARCELONACity levelSpain
- VTT TECHNICAL RESEARCH CENTRE OF FINLAND (VTT VALTION TEKNILLINEN TUTKIMUSKESKUS) · ESPOOCity levelFinland
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