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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Study evaluated whether cord blood PFAS levels were associated with respiratory tract infection in the first 5 years of life.
August 30, 2020 | Environmental Research
Study finds exposure to PFAS is associated with eczema, allergic rhinitis and atopic dermatitis. No significant associations were found between PFAS and asthma and wheezing.
August 30, 2020 | Environmental Research
Study examines the effect of early lactational PFOS exposures on learning and memory in male mice and reveals the underlying mechanisms involved.
August 28, 2020 | Food and Chemical Toxicology
Study provides empirical data of levels of 26 PFAS in U.S. market basket seafood.
July 25, 2020 | Environmental Research
Researchers measure 12 PFAS substances in 2,460 pregnant women at 16-20 weeks.
July 24, 2020 | Environment International, Volume 143