Flame retardants were found throughout cruise ship interiors, with some areas showing much higher levels. A new RECETOX and NIVA study explores potential exposure risks for crew and passengers.

A Czech study shows BPA exposure has declined over the past decade, but remains above safe limits. Meanwhile, BPS levels are rising, proving that “BPA-free” products are not risk-free.

Alcohol consumption produces acetaldehyde, a toxic compound that damages DNA. Scientists from IOCB Prague reveal how cells repair this damage, shedding light on the link between alcohol and cancer.

SGS and Thermo Fisher present a high-resolution LC-HRAM-MS method for sensitive targeted and non-targeted PFAS screening in pharmaceutical materials.

What do burning Christmas candles really release into your home? This article explains the chemistry of paraffin candles, the pollutants they emit, and safer natural alternatives.

Copper/PVA films showed strong visible-light antiviral activity against MHV-3. Films with copper microparticles reduced viral load by 43% under illumination, compared with minimal reduction in the dark.

A RECETOX study shows that exposure to toxic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the Czech population decreased between 2011–2020, thanks to laws and cleaner practices.

PFAS play vital roles in pharma but pose risks as “forever chemicals.” Thermo Fisher’s LC-MS solution enables precise PFAS screening in packaging and processes, ensuring compliance and safety.

This week we bring you application notes by Agilent Technologies and Shimadzu and posters by Thermo Fisher Scientific and Waters Corporation!

Nitrosamine drug substance-related impurities (NDSRIs) pose major risks in pharmaceuticals. Learn about their sources, regulations, and detection methods for drug safety.