NICOP - Syntheses, Characterization and Substitution Reactions of FeFe-hydrogenase Model Complexes Containing S and Se Mixed Bridges
Abstract
Technical: [FeFe]-hydrogenases can produce hydrogen in some organisms. Scientists try to modulate the formation of hydrogen using model complexes. A quite good number of [FeFe]-hydrogenase model complexes have been reported to date. None of these reduce proton at as low of potential as those occurring in nature. The research in this area is of high interest as it is related to the energy issue. The researchers will attempt to make model complexes to the hydrgenase enzymes that contains both sulfur and selenium atoms at the same molecule. Substitution reactions of these model complexes will be investigated. The electrochemical studies of the expected products will be explored in order to investigate the catalytic activity of the expected products towards proton reduction from weak acids, hopefully to get good catalysis at lower potential. The research in this area might improve our understanding of hydrogen production by such enzymes. Relevance: Improved hydrogen production could lead to efficient production of hydrogen that can be used as a fuel by the Navy to reduce its dependence on oil. Coordination: US Embassy Amman ESTH Hub Director will be made aware of this award and the project, as it will benefit their work in the country. Code 33 will also be made aware of this project if it is of interest to POs in Power and Energy. (The grant proposal was evaluated with assistance from a Navy reservist with a relevant technical background. If appropriate, he may be able to help with connectivity to HQ on the project in the future.) outcome: First research grant funded by Navy at this university, the premier institution for higher education in S&T with PhD programs in Jordan. Continued reachback to JUST for purposes of future liaison visits and future grants with other research groups of interest to Navy/DoD
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jun 03, 2016
- Source ID
- N629091612054
Entities
People
- Mohammad Yaseen El-khateeb
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy
- University of Jordan