Chemical Companies Are Churning Out New PFAS. Where in the World Are They Ending Up?
Bans on older versions of “forever chemicals” seem to be working. But emerging variants behave in ways that scientists are only beginning to pin down.
The Persistence of PFAS
Researchers around the world are seeking to search and destroy pervasive “forever chemicals.”
A Peculiar Polymer Paired with Sunlight Could Remove PFAS
A new photocatalyst might help take the “forever” out of “forever chemicals” present in water.
Tracing the Path of PFAS Across Antarctica
A new study examines the presence of forever chemicals in one of Earth’s most remote regions.
Pollution Is Rampant. We Might As Well Make Use of It.
Human-made substances hold dangers for the environment, but they also give scientists a view into recent history.