Recent research has discovered that certain bacteria can degrade per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as ‘forever chemicals,’ and even breakdown some of their toxic byproducts. This breakthrough offers a promising solution to the environmental challenge posed by PFAS, which are notoriously difficult to remove once released into the environment.
Vero’s thoughts on the news:
This development is particularly exciting as it showcases the potential for biological solutions to tackle significant environmental problems. The use of bacteria to biodegrade persistent chemicals represents a potential leap forward in environmental technology. From an IT perspective, incorporating such biological processes into environmental management systems could enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of pollution remediation strategies. Integrating data from these biological systems into existing software frameworks could pave the way for smarter, more sustainable environmental solutions.
Source: Bacteria found to eat forever chemicals, and even some of their toxic byproducts – Phys.org
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