Browsing by Subject "PFAS"
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An Examination of PFAS for North Carolina Policymakers and Researchers
(2021-04-30)This Master’s Project aims to explore factors impacting the occurrence, distribution, toxicology and remediation of PFAS – a type of emerging contaminant – in North Carolina’s water. Research methods utilized include a literature ... -
Antibody Responses to Vaccines and PFAS Exposure in Early Childhood
(2021-04-22)Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are human-made chemicals commonly incorporated into personal care products, cookware, food packaging, and other industrial uses. Previous studies have found that early life exposure ... -
Characterizing Environmental Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS) Exposure and Effects in North Carolina Communities
(2022)Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are synthetic chemicals used in a wide array of products and applications (e.g., nonstick cookware, waterproof and water-repellent textiles, firefighting foam). Following their ... -
Exploring Associations Between Prenatal PFAS Exposure and Childhood Asthma
(2021-04-28)Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large class of man-made chemicals used extensively in consumer and industrial products, making them ubiquitous in the built and natural environment. These chemicals pose a ...
