The scientific community’s understanding of the health and environmental effects of PFAS is evolving at a rapid pace. At the same time, researchers are developing new technologies to assess and remediate PFAS contamination. This section provides the latest updates on developments in PFAS-related science and technology.
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This study investigates the transformation of precursors into short-chain PFAS in wastewater treatment plants. PFAA concentrations increased after biological treatment, and PFCA concentrations increased after TOP oxidization.
July 19, 2022 | ACS ES&T Water
This study identifies eight novel PFAS classes in the active-use AFFF Platinum Plus C6 Buckeye foam.
June 9, 2022 | Journal of Hazardous Materials Letters
This report provides an overview of PFAS use in electronic components and PFAS exposure in the handling and processing of e-waste.
May 24, 2022 | Journal of Environmental Management
This study investigates the efficiency of a pilot-scale foam fractionation setup to remove PFAS from natural landfill leachate. The findings suggest that continuous foam fractionation is a promising strategy for on-site PFAS remediation.
May 17, 2022 | ACS ES&T Water
This study evaluates the presence of PFAS and other contaminants in storm water discharge after the northern California wildfires in October 2017.
May 5, 2022 | Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry