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University signs counter-terrorism research deal

27/11/2006

A counter-terrorism technologies deal has been agreed between the Home Office and the University of Manchester, it has emerged.

The multi-million pound contract will see researchers developing new technologies to help detect, identify and decontaminate radiological, biological and chemical materials.

Leading the projects, which will last for a period of four years, will be the university's School of Chemistry.

The development of new molecules as potential decontaminants and organic semiconductors to detect chemical agents will be explored by the scientists, according to the university.

Professor Paul O'Brien, head of the school of chemistry, said: "Our aim over the next four years will be to fulfil the strategic requirements for innovative new technologies as set out by the Home Office."

He said this would be achieved through the provision of "world-class research and expertise" within the university's chemistry department.

The contract forms part of the Home Office's chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear terrorism resilience programme, which involves assessing the impact of terrorism and testing the preparedness of the emergency services.




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