Amine based Polymer Silica Adsorbents for Remediation of PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl Substances) from Wastewater

Technological advances have resulted in the production of industrially relevant compounds like PFAS also known as ‘The Forever Chemicals’ as they are persistent pollutants responsible for endocrine disruptions, foetal development difficulties and are recognised carcinogens. Their remediation from water is based on ineffective traditional adsorbents or energy and resource-intensive technologies. The goal of this research is to produce mechanically strong, high capacity polymer silica adsorbents that can preconcentrate acidic PFAS pollutants from water in a green and cost-effective manner. This thesis focuses on the development using technology-based material design that can be used as an alternative to existing remediation approaches.