Large Scale Neutralization and Safe Removal of Toxic Industrial Chemicals

This proposal addresses the development of an advanced polymer-based system which possesses a reactive feature that serves to neutralize chemical agents and toxic industrial chemicals in-situ and on contact. The polymer system is designed to facilitate a rapid return-to-service of the contaminated area, such that emergency, rescue and other first response activities can take place safely during the decontamination phase. With the system in place, personnel exposure to the contaminant and cross-contamination of other sites will be significantly reduced or eliminated. Safe removal and disposal of the system can be carried out at an opportune time after decontamination and emergency response activities are concluded.