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Mechanistic Insights Into PFAS Distribution And Leaching In Compost-An Unique Environmenta — NSF Award to North Dakota State Unive

Composting is a widely used method for managing organic waste and producing nutrient-rich fertilizers. About 35% of U.S. households use compost for gardening. However, recent studies have found that compost can contain PFAS — a group of harmful, long-lasting chemicals. These chemicals can accumulate and move through co

Award titleMechanistic Insights Into PFAS Distribution And Leaching In Compost-An Unique Environmenta
Award ID2530466
AwardeeNorth Dakota State University Fargo
CityFARGO
StateND
Amount obligated$419,850
Principal investigatorSyeed Md Iskander
ProgramEnvE-Environmental Engineering
Start date01/01/2026
AbstractComposting is a widely used method for managing organic waste and producing nutrient-rich fertilizers. About 35% of U.S. households use compost for gardening. However, recent studies have found that compost can contain PFAS — a group of harmful, long-lasting chemicals. These chemicals can accumulate and move through compost piles in unexpected ways, eventually ending up in soil and water when compost is applied. This project will investigate how PFAS behave in compost under different environment
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