College
College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Date of Last Revision
2026-05-07 06:09:11
Major
Chemical Engineering
Honors Course
4200:497-001
Number of Credits
3
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2026
Abstract
The goal of this project is to inversely design alternatives to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) using Computer-Aided Molecular Design (CAMD). PFAS, also described as “forever chemicals”, have been used in industry and consumer products since the 1940s. PFAS can be found in drinking water, food, food packaging, waste sites, and other sources. Exposure to different PFAS can lead to increased risks of some cancers, immune effects, and reproductive effects. Pulling from existing data, this project will use quantitative structure-property relationships (QSPRs) to design PFAS alternatives that possess optimal properties to prevent adsorption into drinking water and other potential sources of exposure.
Research Sponsor
Dr. Donald Visco
First Reader
Dr. Lu-Kwang Ju
Second Reader
Dr. Sadhan Jana
Honors Faculty Advisor
Dr. Donald Visco
Proprietary and/or Confidential Information
No
Recommended Citation
Keita, Melvin M., "Computer-Aided Molecular Design to Identify More Environmentally Friendly PFAS" (2026). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 2193.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/2193