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 evaluates the influence of sample storage and preparation conditions for PFAS analysis.
July 8, 2024 | Chemosphere
This study evaluated the fate of PFAS in construction and demolition debris.
May 11, 2024 | Journal of Hazardous Materials
This literature review presents active and passive air sampling and analytical methods for characterizing PFAS in indoor and outdoor air.
May 7, 2024 | Chemosphere
This study evaluated the distribution of PFAS in waste streams sent to waste-to-energy plants. The results showed that flue gas treatment can capture some PFAS and transfer them into residues.
April 30, 2024 | Environmental Science & Technology
This study evaluated the sources and fate of 40 PFAS in food waste compost, as well as best management practices for reducing PFAS for compost intended for land application.
April 1, 2024 | Waste Management