Award
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences 5R01ES036199-02
Defining the neurotoxic and neurodevelopmental health risks of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances
Recipient
State University of New York at Buffalo, Amherst campus
Award Amount
$532,324.00
Ceiling
$532,324.00
Awarded
December 19, 2025
Identifier
5R01ES036199-02
The project studies the neurotoxic and neurodevelopmental effects of PFAS using computational and experimental models, focusing on mechanisms of uptake, bioaccumulation, and neural impact, funded for FY 2026 with a total award of $532,324.
Description
This project aims to characterize the mechanisms through which PFAS chemicals affect brain development and function, including cellular uptake, bioaccumulation, and neurotoxicity. It involves in vitro and in vivo studies, gene expression analysis, and behavioral assays in zebrafish, with the goal of informing effective interventions and monitoring strategies for PFAS exposure.