RESEARCH: CANCER
FOLDING PROJECT #15407 PROFILE

PFAS are harmful chemicals found in water that can make people sick. The project is looking at how PFAS interact with other molecules to find ways to remove them from water.

Note: This TLDR is a simplication and may not be 100% accurate.

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..

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PFAS

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances

PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals used in many products. Due to their persistence in the environment and potential health effects, they are considered contaminants. Research is ongoing to understand their impact and develop effective remediation strategies.

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contaminants

Substances that make water unsafe for use.

Contaminants are substances found in water that can harm human health or the environment. They can be natural or man-made and include chemicals, bacteria, viruses, and pollutants.

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toxic

Capable of causing harm to living organisms.

Toxic refers to substances or agents that can cause adverse effects on living organisms. These effects can range from mild irritation to severe illness or death.

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remediation

The process of cleaning up or removing pollutants.

Remediation involves techniques and methods used to clean up contaminated environments. It aims to remove or reduce the presence of harmful substances and restore the affected areas.

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polymer

A large molecule made up of repeating structural units.

Polymers are long chains of molecules called monomers that are linked together. They are found in many materials, including plastics, rubber, and textiles.

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ions

Atoms or molecules that have gained or lost electrons.

Ions are charged particles formed when atoms or molecules gain or lose electrons. They play a crucial role in many chemical and biological processes.

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interactions

The ways in which molecules affect each other.

Interactions refer to the forces and influences that occur between molecules. These interactions can be attractive or repulsive and determine how molecules behave.