November 19, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Observer Editor, FreeFree
“Zapping ‘Forever Chemicals’: A Michigan-Made Solution”: U-M Museum of Natural History Science Café/Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub

U-M engineering and computer science professor Angela Violi and U-M mechanical engineering research scientist Paolo Elvati discuss their research on how nonthermal plasma technology can shatter PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), the “forever chemicals” that have been detected in water sources across Michigan, posing a persistent threat to our environment. Hors d’oeuvres at 5:30 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m., Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main St. Free, but drink purchases encouraged. Seating limited, so come early. (734) 764–0478. 

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