Commitment to the Possible
At RTI International, an unwavering commitment to the possible drives us. RTI delivers innovation, efficiency and real-world results to support safer and healthier U.S. communities, more prosperous outcomes for our clients and a stronger nation.
Addressing PFAS
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as "forever chemicals," have garnered significant attention due to their widespread use and persistence in the environment. We work with manufacturers, utilities, businesses, and other partners to tackle the PFAS problem through testing, assessment, remediation, and alternatives.
Our Experts
By The Numbers
0
PFAS compounds
> 0 %
of people in the U.S. have a form of PFAS in their bodies
Featured Insights
Experts Available for Interview
PFAS and Water Testing
Jennifer Hoponick Redmon is the senior director of environmental health and water quality and the lead author of Hold My Beer: The Linkage between Municipal Water and Brewing. She is dedicated to protecting Americans from chemicals of concern, such as PFAS, lead, and asbestos.
Wildfires
Seung-Hyun Cho, PhD, a leading researcher on air quality at RTI International, is available for interviews to discuss the health impacts of air pollution and strategies to mitigate its effects, particularly in the context of wildfires and extreme weather events.
Energy
Sameer Parvathikar, PhD, RTI's Director of Renewable Energy and Energy Storage, is available for interviews on e-methanol production and other cutting-edge energy technologies.
Water Resources
Michael Kane, director of RTI's Center for Water Resources, develops real-time river forecasting and decision support for water resources systems. His expertise helps water planners and emergency managers understand the risks of extreme weather events.
RTI Press® Publications
RTI Press® is a global publisher of peer-reviewed, open-access books, reports, and briefs. We publish on a broad range of topics reflecting RTI’s multidisciplinary research, expertise in social and laboratory sciences, and extensive international activities.
What We Do
RTI is an independent scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Explore the work RTI does across our diverse services and capabilities, focus areas, centers, and emerging issues by using the dropdown below.