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Researchers discovered that hydrogen radicals generated by intense UV light can break down stubborn PFAS “forever chemicals” without added chemicals, revealing a key mechanism for destroying these pollutants.

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Aarhus University

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Associate Professor Zongsu Wei of Aarhus University
What
Researchers discovered that hydrogen radicals generated by intense UV light can break down stubborn PFAS “forever chemicals” without added chemicals, revealing a key mechanism for destroying these pollutants.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:32:37 GMT · 4h 35m ago
Where
Aarhus University ·
Why
The breakthrough reveals a key mechanism that could lead to greener and more effective technologies for permanently destroying these pollutants.
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This scientific discovery identifies a new pathway for breaking down persistent PFAS chemicals, offering a clearer direction for developing more efficient and sustainable technologies to eliminate these widespread environmental pollutants.

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