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PFAS Contamination

Global Prevalence, Toxicological and Ecotoxicological Impacts, and Mitigation Strategies

  • 1st Edition - November 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Saranya Narayanasamy, K. Vasantharaj
  • Language: English

PFAS Contamination: Global Prevalence, Toxicological and Ecotoxicological Impacts, and Mitigation Strategies offers a comprehensive overview of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substa… Read more

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Description

PFAS Contamination: Global Prevalence, Toxicological and Ecotoxicological Impacts, and Mitigation Strategies offers a comprehensive overview of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), highlighting their global environmental prevalence, toxicological effects and health risks, and state-of-the-art remediation approaches. This book taps into the increasing recognition of PFAS as “forever chemicals” and explores the widespread contamination of these compounds in water, soil, and air along with their toxicological effects on human health and the ecosystem. It highlights recent advancements in detection methods as well as physicochemical, biological, and emerging remediation technologies, including plasma-based technologies, bioremediation, and advanced nanotechnology-based methods, such as plasma technology, bioremediation, and adsorption methods, with case studies illustrating successful applications. It also examines policy frameworks, regulatory measures, and public health impact of PFAS. PFAS Contamination serves as a vital resource for environmental toxicologists, environmental scientists, environmental consultants, engineers, and regulators studying PFAS prevalence, toxicity mechanisms, remediation, and practical strategies for mitigating PFAS contamination and fostering a deeper understanding of the global efforts to address this critical issue.

Key features

  • Provides a global perspective through case studies from various countries and regulatory landscapes
  • Highlights physicochemical, biological, and emerging remediation technologies, including plasma-based technologies, bioremediation, and advanced nanotechnology-based methods
  • Explores toxicological mechanisms impacting both human health and ecosystems, detailing how these toxicities evolve alongside changing PFAS regulations worldwide
  • Conducts an in-depth comparison of conventional versus novel PFAS removal strategies, critically analyzing their effectiveness, scalability, and cost-efficiency for practical applications

Readership

Environmental toxicologists and environmental scientists studying PFAS prevalence, toxicity mechanisms, and remediation; professors and instructors in environmental toxicology and environmental science who require reliable, up-to-date content and case studies; environmental consultants, engineers, and regulators who need practical strategies for sustainable PFAS management, cost-effective remediation, and regulatory compliance

Table of contents

1. Introduction to PFAS: Origins and Global Concerns

2. PFAS in the Environment: Sources, Fate, and Transport

3. Human Health Impacts of PFAS: Toxicology and Risk Assessment

4. Ecotoxicology and Environmental Risks of PFAS

5. Detection and Monitoring of PFAS Contamination

6. Global Regulatory Frameworks and Policies on PFAS

7. Physicochemical Remediation Techniques for PFAS Contamination

8. Biological and Emerging Approaches for PFAS Remediation

9. Economic, Social, and Environmental Justice Impacts of PFAS

10. PFAS-Free Alternatives: Innovations and Sustainable Practices

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: November 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Saranya Narayanasamy

Dr. Narayanan Saranya is currently an Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) in the Department of Bioengineering at Saveetha Engineering College, SIMATS School of Engineering, in Chennai, India. She earned her Doctoral degree in Environmental Remediation from the National Institute of Technology, Calicut. Dr. Saranya also holds an MTech in Biotechnology, where she graduated with a Gold Medal from PRIST University, and a BTech in Industrial Biotechnology from Anna University. With more than 8 years of teaching experience, Dr. Saranya has made significant contributions to her field, authoring numerous technical publications in various International SCI Indexed journals. She actively serves as a reviewer for prestigious international journals, including those published by Elsevier, Taylor and Francis, and Springer Nature. Additionally, she has contributed book chapters and edited two books on emerging contaminant remediation. Her research interests focus on the biosorption and microbial bioremediation of emerging contaminants and forever chemicals as well as effluent treatments and technologies.

Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor (Senior Grade), Saveetha Engineering College, Department of Bioengineering, SIMATS School of Engineering, Chennai, India

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K. Vasantharaj

Dr. K. Vasantharaj is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology at Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, India. He is an active researcher with more than 12 years of teaching experience. He obtained his Doctoral Degree in the field of Environmental Biotechnology from National Institute of Technology Calicut in Kozhikode, India. He received his MTech degree in Industrial Biotechnology from SASTRA University in Thanjavur, India, and BTech degree in Biotechnology from Anna University in Chennai, India. He has published two edited books on the bioremediation of emerging contaminants. He has authored at least 7 book chapters in standard books, and at least 10 technical publications in various International SCI Indexed journals. He also serves as a reviewer for a number of international journals. His research interests include bioremediation, bioprocessing and sustainable environment.

Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, India