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Challenges Associated With PFAS Detection Method in Africa.

Abdullahi Tunde Aborode¹, Ridwan Olamilekan Adesola², Ibrahim Idris³

¹Department of Research and Development, Healthy Africans Platform, Ibadan, Nigeria.

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Limited mass spectrometry (MS) availability in Africa hinders per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) monitoring, impacting environmental and public health assessments. Increased funding and training are crucial for effective PFAS detection and management across the continent.

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Africa Challenges PFAS environmental monitoring mass spectrometry method

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Area of Science:

Environmental Chemistry
Public Health
Analytical Chemistry

Background:

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are widespread synthetic chemicals with significant industrial use.
Effective monitoring of PFAS is essential for assessing environmental and public health risks.
Mass spectrometry (MS) is a critical technology for accurate PFAS detection and analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the availability and impact of mass spectrometry (MS) instrument shortages in Africa concerning per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) monitoring.
To assess the current state of PFAS monitoring, MS accessibility, and technical capabilities in African nations.
To identify challenges and propose solutions for enhancing PFAS surveillance in Africa.

Main Methods:

Literature review of existing PFAS monitoring data in Africa.
Analysis of mass spectrometry (MS) instrument accessibility and distribution across African countries.
Evaluation of technical capabilities and training needs for PFAS analysis.

Main Results:

A significant shortage of mass spectrometry (MS) instruments exists in many African countries, leading to underreporting of environmental data.
Limited MS availability restricts the capacity for comprehensive per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) monitoring and risk assessment.
Existing technical capabilities and accessibility of MS instruments vary considerably across the continent.

Conclusions:

Addressing the scarcity of MS instruments through financial support and targeted programs is vital for improving PFAS monitoring in Africa.
Establishing regional centers of excellence for PFAS analysis using MS can enhance analytical capacity and data quality.
Investing in training programs for scientists is crucial to bridge the expertise gap and ensure effective environmental and public health protection from PFAS contamination.