Carbon against PFAS: adsorption at low concentration

This project focused on removing PFAS from drinking water using activated carbon filters. PFAS chemicals are widely used in industry and everyday products, but they do not break down easily and can end up in our water.
We found that PFAS are harder to remove than previously thought, especially the smaller (short-chain) ones. we also showed that natural substances present in water can block the filter and reduce its effectiveness.
In addition, we explored ways to make these filters last longer and more sustainably, including a new method that uses electricity to regenerate them.
Overall, this research helps improve drinking water treatment and supports safer, more efficient, and more sustainable removal of PFAS from water sources.