The project “The design of supramolecular architectures based on metallic phthalocyanine derivatives-functionalized nanoparticles with applications in medicine“ aims to develop new academic multidisciplinary collaborations to promote the most suitable solutions to industrial applications. The proposed project centers on the combination of photosensitizers with nanomaterials that can improve photodynamic therapy efficiency and eliminate its side effects as well. This project brings together partners from Moldova State University, Laboratory for Organic/Inorganic Materials for Optoelectronics, Ghitu Institute of Electronic Engineering and Nanotechnologies, Technical University of Moldova, and “Petru Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry (ICMPP) to provide the possibility to get a deeper insight into physical processes in proposed research theme due to multifunctional installations for advanced materials and excellence in research.
Impact
The ROMD partnership provided the possibility to get a deeper insight into the physical processes of PSs. The expected scientific impact is based on the development of new PSs that should exhibit strong molar absorption of long-wavelength light, high 1O2 quantum yield and be non-toxic when not exposed to light. By pushing the borders of materials science and nanotechnology, the project contribute to the development of systems that meet societal needs as closely as possible while integrating cost and efficiency aspects. The cooperation with the Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry speeded up the development of new treatment approaches that are safe, potent, and cost-effective. The transfer of knowledge is crucial both for scientific progress and societal development. The project is an active driver of dissemination and popularization of the results by publishing in high-impact journals e.g. (J. Phys. Chem., J. Med. Chem., J. Photochem. Photobiol. A, J. Photochem. Photobiol. B) and peer reviewed conference proceedings. |
