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PFAS analytical standards: A Barrier to Scientific Research?

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have earned the nickname “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and potential adverse impacts on human health.

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PFAS: Concerning Revelations and Regulatory Challenges

🧪 PFAS, the Eternal Pollutants PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are synthetic chemicals that persist in the environment and accumulate in living organisms.

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When 'Sustainable' Doesn't Mean 'Safe': PFAS and Bisphenol A Found in 'Eco-Friendly' Food Containers

Recent findings from a study by the CLCV (Consommation, Logement et Cadre de Vie) raise concerns about the safety and transparency of so-called “eco-friendly” food packaging.

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CASC4DE at the 5th National Research Meetings on Polluted Sites and Soils

📅 Date: February 4th-5th 2025 📍 Location: Paris, organized by ADEME 🌍 As part of our participation in the IPANEMA project, coordinated by INRAE under the direction of Eric Michel, the CASC4DE team will contribute to the discussions on environmental research and innovation.

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PFAS and Neurotoxicity: An Emerging Concern for Brain Health

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) have the alarming ability to bypass the blood-brain barrier and accumulate in brain cells. This highlights their neurotoxic potential and raises concerns about their long-term effects.

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PFAS: The 'Forever Chemicals' Found in Bottled Mineral Water

A recent investigation has uncovered a worrying presence of PFAS — known as “forever chemicals” — in some popular bottled mineral waters in France.

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Breaking Ground in PFAS Bioremediation: Microbes Offer a Sustainable Solution!

At CASC4DE, we are always on the lookout for groundbreaking scientific advancements that resonate with our commitment to quality and sustainability across industries.

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🌍 Emerging Contaminants and Groundwater : The Upper Rhine ERMES-II Project Reveals Alarming Results

The groundwater of the Upper Rhine region—shared by France, Germany, and Switzerland—faces growing threats from pollution caused by emerging contaminants.

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🚨 Flufenacet Under Fire: EU to Decide on the Fate of a High-Risk Herbicide

🌍 The European Commission has taken a significant step by proposing a ban on the PFAS pesticide flufenacet. This marks an important milestone in the ongoing efforts to phase out substances with persistent and harmful impacts on the environment and human health.

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The Toxic Synergy of PFAS Mixtures in Water

🌍 PFAS Mixtures: A Hidden Threat Beyond Individual Compounds Emerging research highlights a troubling reality: per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as “forever chemicals,” become far more hazardous when combined.

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