FTIR spectroscopy uncovers the use of fluorinated ski wax in skiing competitions. While the athletes are outdoing themselves with peak performances, the ALPHA II infrared spectrometer is working behind the scenes in these competitions, too. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are, quite literally, on everyone’s lips. Because of their repellent properties they easily accumulate in … FTIR uncovers fluorinated ski wax weiterlesen