Abstract
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are common environmental contaminants. Because there are so many of these chemicals, it is difficult to measure the total amount of PFAS present in any sample.
This project will develop a new, rapid method to measure the total amount of PFAS in water samples so that the risks posed to humans or the environment can be evaluated quickly. The new method will be compared to the current method recommended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Additionally, the tool used for this measurement will also be used to measure how PFAS stick to proteins and other large molecules. This will aid in assessment of how PFAS move in the environment and their mechanisms of toxicity.
Publications and student work
Closing PFAS analytical gaps: Inter-method evaluation of total organofluorine techniques for AFFF-impacted water, Journal of Hazardous Materials Letters, November 2024