#PFAS

Destroying Forever Chemicals

Elucidating high-temperature chemical reactions to safeguard thermal destruction technologies for PFAS. Figure (AI-generated): Hazardous waste incinerator. The challenge Absent natural […]

The study is one of the first of its kind to investigate how exposure to per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) impact Australian wildlife. © Leanne White/Queensland Government

CSIRO and DETSI uncover health impacts of ‘forever chemicals’ on freshwater turtles

CSIRO and DETSI uncover health impacts of ‘forever chemicals’ on freshwater turtles

The challenge CSIRO has been working with industry partners to clean up contaminated sites through the use of microbes (Bioremediation). Our studies of contaminated sites are increasing our understanding of the role microorganisms play in contaminant removal. However, the following challenges have limited the success of bioremediation strategies: Not all organic wastes and contaminants can currently be biodegraded using existing bioremediation technologies. Without intelligent delivery systems, introduced microorganisms often fail to persist. Treatment performance varies often due to unknown factors which hinders commercialisation and adoption.

Designer microbiomes for bioremediation of PFAS

Designer microbiomes for bioremediation of PFAS