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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Researchers developed a trace analytical methods for PFAS transformation products in plants. Plant samples from contaminated fields contained intermediate transformation products. The leafy parts of plants showed the highest contamination.
May 29, 2020 | Journal of Chromatography A
Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Focus Topic Meeting and workshop brought together experts to highlight recent advances in research related to evaluating environmental and human health risks from exposures of PFAS.
May 25, 2020 | Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry
University of Michigan researchers find that PFOS and PFOA are not associated with hearing impairment.
May 18, 2020 | Environmental Research, Volume 187
Many fire departments, municipalities, and private companies are looking to PFAS-free foams as a safer alternative to AFFF.
May 18, 2020 | Environmental Health News
EPA launches PFAS Innovative Treatment Team (PITT) to expand its research efforts and capabilities in an effort to continue its focus on taking concrete action to address PFAS and protect public health.
May 13, 2020 | Environmental Protection Agency