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Goethe University leads new era of PFAS degradation with boron-based catalyst

Goethe University researchers develop a metal-free catalyst for efficient PFAS degradation, offering a solution to environmental pollution.

Blanket PFAS bans could jeopardise fluoropolymers essential for medical devices, experts warn

Learn why fluoropolymers used in medical devices must be distinguished from harmful PFAS in health and environmental regulations.

EU chemicals industry action plan to combat PFAS

European Commission launches a bold Action Plan to boost competitiveness, sustainability, and innovation in the EU chemicals industry.

Safe and sustainable by design PFAS-free coatings for textile, packaging and kitchenware

TORNADO project is moving to new PFAS-free coatings with water and oil repellence, following safe and environmentally friendly solutions.

RIVM study finds PFAS in blood of all Dutch citizens

Widespread PFAS levels in the blood of Dutch residents exceed health guidelines, according to a national study by RIVM. Read more.

Gut bacteria may cleanse the body of toxic PFAS chemicals, say Cambridge researchers

Cambridge Uni researchers have discovered that certain gut bacteria can absorb toxic PFAS chemicals, offering a promising new approach.

Forever chemicals may affect male brain development, study suggests

New research reveals that early exposure to short-chain PFAS like PFHxA may harm brain development in males.

BioLargo initiates testing of Verralize’s portable PFAS test kit

Verralize's "lab-on-a-sensor" PFAS test kit enables rapid, on-site detection of forever chemicals. Discover more here.

Bacteria unearthed in Italian soil offer hope against PFAS chemicals

Scientists from Italy's Catholic University of Piacenza have discovered a group of soil-dwelling bacteria capable of breaking down PFAS.

Wageningen project to transform PFAS monitoring and destruction

Wageningen researchers are revolutionising PFAS monitoring with faster detection methods and scalable solutions. Find out more.

Agresti Energy secures patent for breakthrough PFAS destruction and clean energy tech

Agresti secures patent for its groundbreaking Fiber Conversion Process, offering scalable PFAS destruction and renewable fuel production.

WSP partnership set to revolutionise PFAS water treatment

WSP and pro aqua have created a groundbreaking, durable PFAS water treatment solution to eliminate contaminants on site.

US project investigates impacts of PFAS on male reproductive health

Wayne State University researchers investigate how PFAS exposure may impact male reproductive health in a groundbreaking NIH-funded study.

Forever chemicals: A hidden threat in our water supply

Discover how forever chemicals, known as PFAS, represent a pervasive and often underestimated danger to water supplies.

New PFAS treatment plant to supply water to over 100,000 residents

The PFAS treatment plant will remove regulated PFAS compounds from drinking water, fully meeting the EPA's PFAS regulations.

Record forever chemicals pollution found in 98% of UK rivers

University of York study reveals dangerously high levels of forever chemicals contaminating UK rivers, raising urgent environmental concerns.

Chromafora wins Global Innovation Award for PFAS water purification

The award highlights Chromafora’s ability to provide customised water purification solutions in an increasingly complex and regulated market.

PFAS exposure before birth linked to higher teen blood pressure, study finds

Prenatal PFAS exposure is linked to higher blood pressure in teens, highlighting long-term health risks from these persistent chemicals.

Breakthrough in PFAS degradation: Scientists develop game-changing catalyst

Scientists have developed a catalyst that enables rapid PFAS degradation at room temperature, offering new hope for environmental cleanup.

Diet choices may be causing more PFAS exposure, study finds

A new study shows that drinking water, seafood, eggs, and brown rice remain significant sources of PFAS exposure for adults.

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