Creative Nano Develops Green Molten Salt Route for Advanced MXene Materials

reative Nano has successfully developed an environmentally friendly and simplified molten salt procedure for the preparation of Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXenes, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional synthesis routes. Unlike conventional methods that rely on hydrofluoric acid (HF), fluoride salts, or inert atmospheric conditions, this innovative process is fluoride-free, safe, and scalable, significantly reducing environmental and operational concerns.

Following synthesis, the obtained MXenes were functionalized with APTES (SFR092) and polypyrrole (SFR074) to tailor their surface chemistry and improve their electrochemical performance. The functionalized MXenes were subsequently coated onto Glassy Carbon Electrodes (GCEs), resulting in a notable enhancement in current response and improved conductivity, demonstrating their strong potential in electrochemical applications.

This development forms part of the SAFARI project, which aims to create highly sensitive and selective electrodes for glucose and lactate detection, as well as to develop conductive inks and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding paints based on MXene nanomaterials.

Through this work, Creative Nano continues to contribute to the advancement of sustainable nanomaterial technologies and their integration into next-generation electrochemical devices and functional coatings.