Surface functionalization
Program Overview
Program Overview
The Surface Functionalization program, also known as BIOMED S9 UGA, is a course offered at the University of Grenoble Alpes. This program focuses on the applications of surface functionalization, covering large fields such as the conception of biosensors and photocatalysis/electrocatalysis.
Objectives
The aim of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of surface functionalization, with a particular emphasis on two challenging applications: biosensors and photocatalysis/electrocatalysis. The course is structured into two modules, each focusing on a specific type of application.
Course Content
The program consists of two main modules:
- Surface functionalization for the fabrication of biosensors (12 hours)
- Applications of functionalization and electrofunctionalization
- Electronic tongues and noses
- Cell chips
- Biomolecular assemblies and self-organization of biomolecules on surfaces
- Electrocatalysis applications (13 hours)
- Introduction to photo(electro)catalysis
- Molecular engineering of nanomaterials for (bio)electrocatalysis in energy-related systems
- Surface functionalization for photo(electro)catalysis: from photovoltaics to solar water splitting and CO2 conversion
- Micro
anostructure in electrocatalysis
Teachers and Experts
The course is taught by a series of experts in the field, including:
- Aurťlie Spinelli
- Yanxia Hou-Broutin
- Yoann Roupioz
- Pierre-Henri Elchinger
- Didier Gasparutto
- Dmitry Aldakov
- Pascale Chenevier
- Alan Legoff
- Bertrand Reuillard
Prerequisites
The prerequisites for this course include basics in chemistry.
Assessment and Evaluation
The course assessment consists of:
- A written exam (50% of the final grade)
- Continuous assessment (50% of the final grade) The exam is organized by the UGA Phitem, and the evaluation methods include a written exam and continuous assessment.
Additional Information
- The course is worth 2.0 ECTS for students in the UE Broadening courses nanomedicine1.
- The course is taught in English.
- The program is part of the Cursus ingťnieur, Double-DiplŰmes Ingťnieur/Master, and Semestre 9.
- The course is also part of the Cursus ingťnieur, FiliŤre BIOMED, and Semestre 9.
- The program is updated as of August 21, 2025.
