Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) is a chemical that has been used in the manufacturing of fluoropolymers. PFOA is a persistent chemical that is difficult to degrade and has been detected in drinking water supplies. The toxicity of PFOA is not well understood but due its persistent, raises significant concerns. This presentation will focus on a strategy to develop an innovative sensor for the detection of PFOA in real time. A molecular complex based on alizarin dye was developed and characterized by nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, and infra-red spectroscopy. The detection of PFOA was monitored using electrochemical and optical methods. The Design, characterization and detection methods used will be presented. <br/>

Novel molecular complexes for the selective detection of Perfluorooctanoic acid

2019 Spring National Meeting

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