Printing of Polymer coatings on sensor surfaces.
One of the research lines of the Applied Nanotechnology research group (Saxion, Enschede) focuses on the development of gas sensors. By applying coatings based on specific polymers (e.g. polyvinyl alcohol or polystyrene), we can modify the selectivity and sensitivity of (commercially available) sensors.
Applying the coatings with specific dimensions (both in terms of allocating specific locations and creating the polymer with specific thick and thickness) is however a challenge. This project consists of three phases. First you will need to formulate a polymer-based ink that allows printing with a so called ‘materials printer’. Subsequently this will be used to print the polymer on various types of surfaces (e.g. glass, silicon). The formed coatings will be characterized using various techniques (digital microscope, dektak, profilometer). If time permits, the coating can be printed on sensor-surfaces, after which the performance of these as gas sensors can be determined.
Project duration: Fall 2025/2026
Educational programs:
- Chemistry (CH),
- Chemical Technology (CT),
- Applied Physics (TN),
- Forensic Research (FO)
Interested, please send your motivation letter and CV before the 6th of June 2025 to Bert Swennenhuis (b.h.g.swennenhuis@saxion.nl)
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