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Miriam Bergeret

Scientists uncover microbes that destroy 'forever chemical' pollutants

An illustration of green and orange rod-shaped bacteria floating in water.

Certain bacteria can degrade the strong bonds that give "forever chemicals" their long shelf life, and this hints at potential low-cost treatments that could cleanse water of concerning PFAS.

PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are human-made compounds found in many products. They contain strong chemical bonds that do not easily break down, making them difficult to remove from our bodies and the environment.

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