Bursting bubbles break down PFAS

By Mason Wakley2026-04-15T14:09:00

Dr. Mehrdad Zare looking at a yellow liquid in a vial

Source: © Sam Stephenson/Surrey County Council/Business Surrey

Mantisonix is using ultrasound to destroy fluorochemical pollutants in water

Taking inspiration from mantis shrimps’ superfast strikes, Mantisonix degrades persistent fluorinated compounds using ultrasound to generate shockwaves from collapsing bubbles