Tag: PFAS
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Handheld Sensor Can Detect PFAS in Water Within Minutes
Breakthrough in PFAS Detection on a Portable Chip Researchers from the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (UChicago PME) and Argonne National Laboratory have developed a handheld sensor that can detect PFAS “forever chemicals” in water within minutes. The technology represents a significant shift away from traditional laboratory tests, offering a practical tool…
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Handheld PFAS Detector Detects PFAS in Water in Minutes
A Breakthrough in PFAS Monitoring: Speed and Portability Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of “forever chemicals” that resist degradation and accumulate in water, soil, and people. Researchers from the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (UChicago PME) and Argonne National Laboratory have developed a portable, handheld sensor capable of detecting…
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Handheld Sensor Detects PFAS in Water Within Minutes
Revolutionizing PFAS Detection with a Handheld Sensor Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — often called “forever chemicals” — linger in water, soil, and even our bodies. New research from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (UChicago PME) and Argonne National Laboratory has yielded a portable, handheld sensor that can detect trace PFAS…
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PFAS Contamination Leads to Fishing Ban in Ouffemaz
Understanding PFAS Contamination Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that have garnered significant attention due to their environmental and health impacts. Known for their resistance to water, grease, and stains, PFAS have found use in various applications, from non-stick cookware to waterproof clothing. However, their persistence in the environment has…
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Vaud Bans Fishing in Ouffemaz Due to PFAS Contamination
Introduction to the PFAS Contamination Issue In a significant public health concern, authorities in Vaud, Switzerland, have implemented a fishing ban in the Ouffemaz River due to alarming levels of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination found in local trout. This decision, effective immediately, affects a 600-meter stretch of the river between the Protection civile…
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PFAS Contamination Forces Fishing Ban in Ouffemaz, Vaud
Introduction to PFAS Contamination Recently, the Vaud authorities have taken decisive action regarding the contamination of trout in the Ouffemaz river, leading to a fishing ban in a specific section of the waterway. The contamination is attributed to PFAS, a group of man-made chemicals known for their persistence in the environment and the human body,…