Inherently safer technology gaps analysis study.

Abstract

This project consisted of an analysis of the current state of knowledge for improving safety regarding toxic industrial chemicals, including an examination of current and state-of-the-art techniques and technologies capable of increasing safety and security in production, transportation, storage, and use of hazardous chemicals. The primary goal was to improve national security through improved safety by providing a foundation for a comprehensive evaluation of the current state of knowledge surrounding the source and production methods of the "Release -Toxic" chemicals in DHS CFATS Appendix A list of chemicals of interest. Additionally, this project assisted in the data gathering and development of the CSAC IST Metrics. This involved an in-depth effort to understand specific chemical processes followed by a conceptual effort to redefine the Chemical Release Reduction Modifier that was included in the original Index. 4 ACKNOWLEDGMENTSThis work was performed under the programmatic direction and funding received from

Fluorescent Detection of Carbon Disulfide by a Highly Emissive and Robust Isoreticular Series of Zr-Based Luminescent Metal Organic Frameworks (LMOFs)

“…Carbon disulfide (CS2) is a highly volatile neurotoxic species produced in the manufacturing of viscose rayon fibers, the production of agricultural pesticides, as a vulcanizing accelerant, and as a chemical by-product of syngas produced from biomass [18][19][20]. CS2 is a nonpolar organic solvent that can dissolve a wide range of chemicals; however, it is also known to cause atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease [21]. In addition to its detrimental effects on human health, environmentally, CS2 is known to contribute significantly to sulfur-based pollutants as it readily oxidizes into carbonyl sulphide and sulfur dioxide that contribute to the formation of acid rain [22].…”