Date Awarded
Summer 2018
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Department
Chemistry
Advisor
Kristin L Wustholz
Committee Member
Elizabeth J Harbron
Committee Member
Michael J Kelley
Abstract
Surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) spectroscopy is a powerful analytical technique with widespread applications. In this work, SERS applications in the realms of art conservation and biosensing are reviewed. First, the theory of this unambiguous and ultrasensitive technique is explained. Next, a review of the pedagogical journey in art conservation research through the lenses of undergraduates is offered in Chapter 2, a chapter recently submitted to the American Chemical Society. Finally, an investigation in biosensing SERS is explored with developing a SERS pH sensitive probe while offering new insight into SERS capabilities and the relationship between analyte and nanoparticle.
DOI
http://dx.doi.org/10.21220/s2-atxh-8g14
Rights
© The Author
Recommended Citation
Butler, Shelle Nicholle, "Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy Studies of Organic Dyes for Art Conservation and Ph Sensing Applications" (2018). Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects. William & Mary. Paper 1530192818.
http://dx.doi.org/10.21220/s2-atxh-8g14
