Reduced Graphene Oxide for Environmental Sensing
Major
Physics
Second Major
Mathematics
Submission Type
Poster
Area of Study or Work
Physics
Faculty Advisor
Abdel Isakovic
Location
CNS Atrium
Start Date
4-12-2025 8:30 AM
End Date
4-12-2025 9:30 AM
Abstract
Reduced Graphene Oxide (rGO) has demonstrated effectiveness as a sensor material due to its high conductivity and tunable properties in comparison to Graphene Oxide. Recent studies highlight its applications in biosensing and gas sensing. Building on its proven capabilities in detecting pollutants such as CO, NO2, and metal ions, this project aims to develop an rGO-based sensor for monitoring atmospheric CO2 levels in various environmental conditions. The rGO material will be integrated into a circuit that enables continuous monitoring and analysis. By tracking conductivity changes in rGO upon CO2 exposure, the sensor will provide real-time data on concentration fluctuations. Experimental results will then be compared with data from conventional metal oxide-based CO2 sensors to evaluate whether rGO offers greater efficiency and reliability. In addition to validating its environmental sensing capabilities, the project will explore rGO's potential for carbon adsorption. Overall, the goal is to achieve favorable experimental results of rGO demonstrating enhanced sensor performance, potentially leading to advancements in scalable carbon mitigation technologies.
Reduced Graphene Oxide for Environmental Sensing
CNS Atrium
Reduced Graphene Oxide (rGO) has demonstrated effectiveness as a sensor material due to its high conductivity and tunable properties in comparison to Graphene Oxide. Recent studies highlight its applications in biosensing and gas sensing. Building on its proven capabilities in detecting pollutants such as CO, NO2, and metal ions, this project aims to develop an rGO-based sensor for monitoring atmospheric CO2 levels in various environmental conditions. The rGO material will be integrated into a circuit that enables continuous monitoring and analysis. By tracking conductivity changes in rGO upon CO2 exposure, the sensor will provide real-time data on concentration fluctuations. Experimental results will then be compared with data from conventional metal oxide-based CO2 sensors to evaluate whether rGO offers greater efficiency and reliability. In addition to validating its environmental sensing capabilities, the project will explore rGO's potential for carbon adsorption. Overall, the goal is to achieve favorable experimental results of rGO demonstrating enhanced sensor performance, potentially leading to advancements in scalable carbon mitigation technologies.