PFAS removal from water: How and why?
Evening lecture by Dr. Sanne Smith organized by the Rotterdamsche Chemische Kring.
Evening lecture by Dr. Sanne Smith organized by the Rotterdamsche Chemische Kring.
Remove PFAS from waste waterwith foam
Summary
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are persistent chemicals that have gained widespread attention due to extensive media coverage. PFAS are characterized by at least one ~CF2~ group in their molecular structure, and it is clear that some PFAS can have harmful effects on human health. Therefore, to protect people and the environment, it is essential to develop cost-effective technologies to remove PFAS from water. This lecture will separate fact from fiction surrounding PFAS.
Sanne will present the recent study on the considerations for removing PFAS from water, and she will introduce research into PFAS separation using foam.
About thespeaker
Sanne Smith is an assistant professor at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), in the Water Management department. Her research focuses on developing water purification technologies, particularly for industrial applications, with a specific focus on PFAS. She obtained her PhD in Sweden, with a thesis on PFAS removal from water. Prior to this, she completed a double bachelor's degree in chemistry and chemical engineering at the University of Groningen and a master's degree in water management at Delft University of Technology.soon.
Invitees are very welcome.
Please send an email to chemiekringrotterdam@gmail.com.