Malibu residents are currently facing evacuation orders from the #FranklinFire. Residents further downwind from the fire need to be aware of the importance of protecting your indoor air quality during and after a wildfire: s.ul.org/3BpYzH2

PFAS are often found in building materials. Learn about what can be done to reduce PFAS in building products in this short video excerpt from our new eLearning course, “PFAS and the Built Environment: The Science Behind ‘Forever Chemicals.’” youtu.be/Q1Ap15_x8AE?si…

Air filtration is a vital strategy to keep indoor spaces safe. An accessible option is building a DIY box fan air cleaner using common, low-cost items. Learn how to build one today! s.ul.org/3Bppq5W

Our new guidance document describes how to prepare and respond to safeguard a home or building and your loved ones when faced with a wildfire like the #FranklinFire. Dive into more insights here: s.ul.org/3ZtjVLr

This short video excerpt from our new eLearning course, “PFAS and the Built Environment: The Science Behind ‘Forever Chemicals,’” shares best practices and tips for reducing PFAS in the built environment through careful material selection. youtu.be/LgsKiK7dOKM?si…

CIRI’s Dr. Marilyn Black published a new article with ShareCare about staying safe from wildfires year-round, no matter where you live. Read this new article for important insights on protecting yourself and loved ones from the impacts of wildfires.

This video from our new eLearning course, “PFAS and the Built Environment: The Science Behind ‘Forever Chemicals,’” introduces CIRI’s research with Emory Public Health on the toxicological outcomes of PFAS exposure in textiles. youtu.be/R8SOg4sXnhM?si…

Our thoughts are with the Malibu residents impacted by the #FranklinFire. Keep in mind that even after the sky clears, a hazardous mixture of PM, dust, and ash can infiltrate homes and buildings. s.ul.org/49WGRb3

Learn about the preliminary findings of CIRI’s research with Emory Public Health on exposure to PFAS in textiles in this video from our eLearning course, “PFAS and the Built Environment: The Science Behind 'Forever Chemicals. youtu.be/_JI_TUzG610?si…

In CCR Magazine's latest issue, we published an article addressing the health risks associated with the building process and shared key strategies to protect workers’ health and safety. Learn about our construction safety insights here: s.ul.org/4geKF9J?

Learn how product certification programs are beginning to address PFAS in this short video excerpt from our new eLearning course, “PFAS and the Built Environment: The Science Behind ‘Forever Chemicals.’” youtu.be/ULO2hk01rJU?si…

We’re excited to start the year off in Austin at the 2025 ACSA/AIA Intersections Research Conference. We’ll be sharing insights from our recently published Impact of Design brief with ASID on climate impacts on building resilience and human health.

We had a great time at last week’s ACSA/AIA Intersections Research Conference. Thanks for the engaging conversations about what resilience in the built environment means and how we can best foster healthy indoor environments. To learn more, visit chemicalinsights.org.

Our scientists study wildfires to learn the best ways to keep you safe. Most wildfires occur in the western U.S., but most hospitalizations due to wildfire smoke are in the eastern half of the U.S. Here's how to make a DIY air cleaner. youtube.com/watch?v=UZaxGz…

CBD is in products from skin care to pet food. Chemical Insights Research Institute is studying synthetic & natural CBD products to identify potential contaminants that may harm your health. youtube.com/watch?v=gfmmGy…

A class action lawsuit has been filed against a smart watch maker, saying some its wristbands have high levels of PFAS, or "forever chemicals." PFAS exposure has been linked to health issues. Chemical Insights Research Institute studies PFAS to learn more. youtube.com/watch?v=o3vzRO…

This Black History Month, Chemical Insights Research Institute honors some historic Black chemists. #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth

As Black History Month continues, Chemical Insights Research Institute celebrates some historic Black chemists.

We're excited to be presenting and attending the Society of Toxicology (SOT) Annual Meeting and ToxExpo in Orlando next month. We'll be talking about health disparities in vaping, racial differences in PFAS induced toxicity and more. Come see us! #ScienceSafety

This Black History Month, we celebrate Black chemists who've made historic contributions to science. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #science