RESEARCH: CANCER
FOLDING PROJECT #15404 PROFILE

PFAS are harmful chemicals found in water that can make people sick. This project looks at how PFAS interact with other molecules, hoping to find new ways to clean up polluted water.

PFAS are contaminants in water that are toxic and can cause several adverse health effects.

We are studying interactions between polymer molecules and PFAS ions and expect these studies to benefit PFAS remediation efforts..

PFAS

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances

PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals that are very persistent in the environment. They are used in many products, but can be harmful to human health and wildlife. Researchers are studying ways to remove PFAS from water and soil.

contaminants

Substances that make water impure or unsafe for use.

Contaminants are substances that pollute water and can harm living organisms. They can be chemicals, bacteria, viruses, or other materials.

toxic

Harmful to living organisms.

Toxic substances can cause damage to living tissues and organs. Exposure to toxic substances can lead to illness or death.

remediation

The process of removing or neutralizing pollutants from the environment.

Remediation is the process of cleaning up polluted areas. This can involve removing contaminants, treating contaminated soil or water, or preventing further contamination.