FAQ

⛔PFAS currently receives a lot of focus in water treatment, which is understandable given that these chemicals are persistent and harmful to health. However, by placing a major focus on PFAS, we risk overlooking many other substances in our water. Up to 99% of harmful effects may come from substances that we do not even measure with traditional chemical analysis, including so-called cocktail effects where multiple substances interact and create new mixtures.

👉 We can measure the combined effect of both known and unknown substances, providing a more complete picture of how pollutants could affect both the environment and human health, and helping us make better investments in treatment technologies.

🔎 A broader perspective on water treatment is crucial if we are to ensure clean water for both people and the environment, beyond the most highlighted substances like PFAS. Listen to Agneta Oskarsson, co-founder of BioCell Analytica, Professor of Food Toxicology, summarize what would be desirable: