Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are now a common topic in conversations about drinking water. Known as “forever chemicals,” PFAS are valued in manufacturing for their heat, grease, and ...

Anthony Straub (r) with PhD student Kian Lopez in a lab. Anthony Straub is making revolutionary advances in water purification for life on Earth and in space. Using nanoscale membranes—thinner than ...

Water is life, yet water supply safety has developed into an issue of significant concern worldwide. Tap water is often assumed to be safe in many countries of the West. Nevertheless, recent events ...

Cities typically draw water from diverse sources, such as rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Each source presents unique challenges, ranging from pollution concerns to industrial runoff. Pollution, both ...

Adsorption is a phenomenon in which molecules or ions from a fluid phase (gas or liquid) are attracted and retained on the surface of a solid phase (adsorbent). Adsorption is different from absorption ...