Silk-Cellustic PFAS Removal Solution

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Scientists develop revolutionary 'fully natural solution' to remove harmful substances from water: 'This could really have a major impact'

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MIT researchers have created a potential solution to "forever chemicals" in our water supply.

A new material made from silk and cellulose has shown incredible promise when it comes to removing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS , from water.

PFAS are notoriously difficult to remove from water and don't break down naturally.

The new material would likely first be used as a point-of-use filter.

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