Breaking Bad Bonds: Will PFAS-Munching Microbes Save Us? - Mindula Kaumadi Wijayahena

Year
2024
Organisation
Summary

My research tackles PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl substances) or “forever chemicals,” found in everyday products and linked to serious health risks. Blood testing shows 95% contamination rates. The project identifies specialised bacteria capable of breaking PFAS down nearly completely within days, offering a promising biological solution to reduce environmental and human exposure to these persistent toxic chemicals.