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 […]
Opinion: RFK Jr. Is Making America Sick Again. Republicans Need a Cure.
Opinion: RFK Jr. Is Making America Sick Again. Republicans Need a Cure. The spread of misinformation has always been a concerning issue, but when it comes to public health, the stakes are higher than ever. In a recent opinion piece by Michael R. Bloomberg, the alarming impact of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s advocacy of junk […]
PFAS exposure linked to increased type 2 diabetes risk, Mount Sinai study finds
PFAS Exposure Linked to Increased Type 2 Diabetes Risk: Mount Sinai Study Reveals Concerns Over Forever Chemicals A recent study conducted by Mount Sinai has shed light on a concerning link between PFAS exposure and a significantly increased risk of type 2 diabetes. PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of man-made chemicals […]
Century-old virus sample helps decode deadliest influenza pandemic in history
Century-old Virus Sample Helps Decode Deadliest Influenza Pandemic in History Scientists have “reconstructed” the genome of the 1918–1920 influenza virus, using a sample from a long-forgotten and seemingly innocuous source: a century-old sample preserved in a medical museum. This groundbreaking research sheds light on one of the most devastating pandemics in human history, commonly known […]
RIVM study finds PFAS in blood of all Dutch citizens
RIVM Study Reveals Elevated PFAS Levels in the Blood of All Dutch Citizens A recent study conducted by RIVM has shed light on a concerning issue – the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the blood of all Dutch citizens. The findings have raised alarms as the levels of PFAS detected surpass health […]
Forever chemicals may affect male brain development, study suggests
Forever Chemicals: A Threat to Male Brain Development A recent study published by Innovation News Network sheds light on a concerning issue: the potential impact of forever chemicals on male brain development. The research uncovers a worrying link between early exposure to short-chain PFAS, such as PFHxA, and adverse effects on the developing male brain. […]
Harvard-Duke scientists decode brain’s aging clock using a single MRI scanÂ
Harvard-Duke Scientists Decode Brain’s Aging Clock Using a Single MRI Scan A new tool could estimate how fast a person is biologically aging using a single magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan, thanks to a groundbreaking study conducted by scientists from Harvard University and Duke University. This innovative approach to measuring aging opens up a world […]
Toxic PFAS contamination found in 98% of US waterways
Toxic PFAS Contamination Found in 98% of US Waterways: A Looming Environmental Crisis A recent report has sent shockwaves through environmental and public health circles, revealing alarming levels of PFAS contamination in 98% of tested waterways across the United States. The findings shed light on a widespread crisis that poses serious risks to both the […]
WSP partnership set to revolutionise PFAS water treatment
WSP and pro aqua Revolutionize PFAS Water Treatment: A Game-Changer in Contaminant Elimination In the realm of environmental engineering and water treatment, the partnership between WSP and pro aqua has taken a significant leap forward by introducing a pioneering solution for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) water treatment. This innovative collaboration aims to revolutionize the […]
Heat action plans in India struggle to match rising urban temperatures
Heat Action Plans in India Struggle to Match Rising Urban Temperatures Cities across India are facing a growing challenge as urban temperatures continue to rise at an alarming rate. With the impacts of climate change becoming more evident, the need for effective heat action plans has never been more critical. However, despite efforts to mitigate […]