Wetlands and Fungi: A Powerful Duo in PFAS Removal In the realm of environmental breakthroughs, the synergy between wetlands and fungi has emerged as a game-changer in the fight against PFAS contamination. Recent research has unveiled a remarkable finding: by harnessing the natural abilities of yellow flag irises and beneficial fungi in constructed wetlands, the […]
Bombs to brilliance: US to turn nuclear waste into glass at polluted Hanford site
From Bombs to Brilliance: US Transforms Nuclear Waste into Glass at Hanford Site The Hanford Nuclear Reservation in southeastern Washington, long known for producing plutonium for the U.S. nuclear weapons arsenal, is now at the forefront of a groundbreaking initiative. The U.S. Department of Energy is implementing a revolutionary method to transform nuclear waste into […]
Solar-powered ‘artificial plant’ purifies radioactive soil by 95% in 20 days
Solar-powered ‘artificial plant’ purifies radioactive soil by 95% in 20 days A research team has successfully developed and tested a solar-powered artificial plant that can rapidly purify radioactive soil by an impressive 95% in just 20 days. This groundbreaking innovation holds remarkable potential for addressing environmental contamination issues and revolutionizing the field of phytoremediation. Phytoremediation, […]
The rising urgency of PFAS destruction
The Rising Urgency of PFAS Destruction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, have become a growing concern due to their widespread presence in various products and their harmful effects on human health and the environment. As the need for effective PFAS treatment escalates, innovative solutions like PFASER are paving the way for advanced destruction […]
Silicon-based Lewis acids could break down PFAS chemicals
Silicon-Based Lewis Acids: A Promising Breakthrough in PFAS Chemical Degradation In the realm of environmental protection and remediation, the quest for effective solutions to combat harmful chemicals like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has been ongoing. Recently, a groundbreaking development has emerged from the laboratories of Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin), where researchers have successfully […]
The world’s most effective PFAS removal technology
The World’s Most Effective PFAS Removal Technology PFAS contamination has been a growing concern worldwide due to its harmful effects on human health and the environment. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are commonly found in various products, including firefighting foams, non-stick cookware, and water-repellent fabrics. As a result, the demand for effective PFAS removal technologies […]
The future of PFAS removal: Selective absorber resins for safer water
The future of PFAS removal: Selective absorber resins for safer water PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, have long been a concern due to their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. These chemicals, found in various products such as firefighting foams, non-stick cookware, and water-repellent fabrics, have raised alarms worldwide. The need for […]
PFAS group chemicals – Search, Capture & Destroy
PFAS Group Chemicals – Innovative Solution for Search, Capture & Destroy Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been a growing concern due to their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. With the increasing demand for effective solutions to tackle PFAS contamination, Puragen has developed a cutting-edge technology that focuses on removing and destroying […]
Goethe University leads new era of PFAS degradation with boron-based catalyst
Goethe University Revolutionizes PFAS Degradation with Boron-Based Catalyst In a groundbreaking development, researchers at Goethe University have created a metal-free catalyst that promises to usher in a new era of PFAS degradation. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have long been a major concern due to their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. The […]
90% radioactive iodine gone: Scientists use AI to crack code on nuclear waste cleanup
90% Radioactive Iodine Gone: Scientists Use AI to Crack Code on Nuclear Waste Cleanup Scientists may have finally found a solution to tackle the problem of radioactive iodine, one of the most hazardous substances produced by nuclear power plants. By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI), researchers have achieved a groundbreaking milestone in nuclear […]