We are committed to developing more relevant test materials for micro- and nanoplastics by closely mimicking the fragmentation processes observed in the environment.

At our research group, we have undertaken extensive investigations into different grinding techniques as potential methods for creating laboratory-generated micro- and nanoplastics that closely resemble their environmental counterparts.

We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our research projects, methodologies, and the dedicated team of scientists and researchers involved in our mission. 

As technology continues to advance, the field of spectroscopy has witnessed a significant transformation, offering exciting opportunities for on-the-go analysis in various scientific and industrial applications.

Portable spectroscopies offer several distinct advantages compared to their traditional benchtop counterparts. One key advantage is their mobility and portability. Unlike bulky benchtop instruments, portable spectroscopic devices are designed to be lightweight, compact, and easy to transport. This portability enables researchers, field scientists, and industrial professionals to perform real-time, on-site analysis in diverse environments, ranging from remote field locations to point-of-care settings.

Nanoplastics have emerged as significant environmental pollutants, garnering increasing attention from researchers and environmentalists alike. However, much of the existing research has focused on synthetic polystyrene nanobeads, which serve as a widely used model for polymer nanoparticles. Despite their importance, these synthetic nanomaterials exhibit poor analogies to their counterparts found in the environment.

Our work aims to bridge this gap by delving into the nanoscale behavior of nanoplastic interactions with biological systems using a more realistic, viz. true-to-life,  approach.