SEDTalks 2024 - Faezeh Pazoki "Revealing the Power of Clay"

Faezeh Pazoki
Civil Engineering, Ph.D. candidate
Supervisor: Prof. Jinxia Liu, Ph.D.

Title: Revealing the Power of Clay: A Sustainable Approach to Cleaning Forever Chemicals

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) also known as “Forever Chemicals” pose significant environmental and health risks due to their widespread presence and persistence. Drawing inspiration from ancient practices of natural resource utilization, Faezah’s study explores the innovative use of clay minerals in PFAS removal. The research explores how leveraging specific polymer-modified clays and iron-rich clays can capture and degrade PFAS contaminants in water and soil. The results highlight clay's pivotal role in addressing PFAS contamination, offering a promising pathway towards environmental restoration and long-term sustainability.

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