Portable Colorimetric Sensing Program for PFAS Detection

Integrating Advanced Extraction, Spin-Based Centrifugation, and Nanomaterial Applications

Da-Yeh University invites international students to join a 4–8 month interdisciplinary research program focused on the development of portable, high-sensitivity colorimetric sensors for detecting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). This program integrates improved extraction techniques, colorimetric reagents, and a finger-spinner-based centrifugal device, combined with nanomaterial-enabled sensing strategies.

The program is designed for students interested in Analysis and Sensing of Emerging Contaminants, Environmental Science and Engineering, and Environmental Applications of Nanomaterials. Participants will gain hands-on experience in analytical method development, portable device design, and environmental monitoring technologies.

Students will engage in experimental work involving PFAS extraction optimization, colorimetric detection mechanisms, and the application of nanomaterials to enhance sensitivity. The project also emphasizes practical implementation, including portable system integration and real-world environmental sample analysis.

Program Information

Duration: 4–8 months

Scholarship: NT$12,000–16,000 per month

Accommodation and meals: arranged by the university

Eligibility: Undergraduate junior year or above / Graduate students

Major: Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related fields

Language requirement: Basic English or Chinese communication ability

What You Will Gain:
-Hands-on experience in PFAS detection and emerging contaminant analysis
-Training in advanced extraction methods and colorimetric sensing techniques
-Practical knowledge of nanomaterial-based environmental sensing
-Experience in developing portable analytical devices
-Interdisciplinary research skills in environmental science and engineering
-Opportunities for academic publication and industry-relevant applications