Creating advanced materials to clean PFAS from water
Development of Smart Flocculants for the Treatment of PFAS Contaminated Water
This study is testing a new water-cleaning product called EnviroFloc that helps remove harmful chemicals from drinking water, so people affected by PFAS can have access to cleaner and safer water.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Bluegrass Advanced Materials, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092708 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new type of flocculant, called EnviroFloc, designed to effectively remove harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminated water. The approach utilizes a smart polymer that can rapidly capture dissolved PFAS molecules and form solid aggregates, making it easier to separate and remove these contaminants from water supplies. By improving the efficiency of water treatment processes, this research aims to address the growing public health concerns associated with PFAS contamination in drinking water. Patients and communities affected by PFAS exposure may benefit from cleaner water sources as a result of this innovative technology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in areas with known PFAS contamination in their drinking water.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in PFAS-affected areas or who are not exposed to contaminated water may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer drinking water by effectively removing harmful PFAS contaminants.
How similar studies have performed: While traditional flocculation methods have been used, the development of this novel smart flocculant represents a new approach that has not been widely tested in the context of PFAS removal.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- Bluegrass Advanced Materials, LLC — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hauser, Anastasia — Bluegrass Advanced Materials, LLC
- Study coordinator: Hauser, Anastasia
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.