Laboratory Sessions
MOF Synthesis and Characterization Training Program
Short Syllabus for High School Students
Introduction to MOFs
• Fundamentals of materials chemistry and porous materials
• Overview of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs): structure, properties, and real-world applications
• Key synthesis parameters (solvents, temperature, reaction time) and how they affect MOF formation
Laboratory Sessions
• Safety protocols and proper lab practices
• Hands-on MOF synthesis, including purification and drying
• Observation and discussion of reaction progress and outcomes
Characterization Techniques
• Infrared (IR) Spectroscopy: Identifying functional groups and metal-ligand interactions
• Thermogravimetric Analysis (TG): Assessing thermal stability
• Powder X-ray Diffraction (PXRD): Determining crystal structure
• UV-Vis Spectroscopy: Investigating optical properties
• Luminescence Spectroscopy: Examining light emission behavior
• BET Surface Area Analysis: Measuring surface area and porosity
Data Interpretation and Presentation
• Analyzing experimental results and understanding synthesis parameters
• Presenting findings and discussing challenges encountered in the lab
• Proposing solutions and improvements based on observed data
Program Outcomes
• Fundamental knowledge of MOF structures, synthesis, and characterization
• Practical laboratory skills and scientific communication experience
• Insight into current and future applications of MOFs in gas storage, catalysis, separation, and biomedical fields
• Increased interest in scientific research and critical thinking skills
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