Portable sensor detects PFAS in water on-site, cutting need for costly lab tests

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May 6, 2026, 1:20 pm128 ptsTrending
A new study has unveiled a new method to cost-effectively and practically test for "forever chemicals" in water, potentially revolutionizing environmental PFAS monitoring. Led by Griffith University, the novel PFAS detection technique is a portable sensor designed to provide rapid, highly sensitive, and…

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