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 covers available research on the fate of PFAS through incineration systems with a focus on sewage sludge incinerators.
November 15, 2020 | Water Environment Research
Study demonstrates that levels of PFAS in biosolids are higher than historically understood.
September 15, 2020 | Environmental Chemistry
Toxicity of PFOA was assessed in amphipods and fathead minnows.
September 10, 2020 | Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety
Male mice exposed to PFAS-containing aqueous film forming foams saw a decrease in body weight by 15% and an increase of liver weight up to 200%. Female body weights did not differ, but liver weight increased up to 193%.
September 8, 2020 | Toxicological Sciences
Study summarizes discussions concerning ecotoxicology and ecological risks of PFAS.
September 8, 2020 | Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry