Safiya Khalil Alhashmi - العربية

Safiya's breakthrough light-powered reactor technology sets a new standard in water purification by targeting and destroying PFAS at the molecular level. Unlike traditional treatments that merely filter or trap PFAS, this advanced system uses photochemistry to break down 99.8% of these persistent contaminants completely, without generating secondary pollutants. Powered entirely by renewable energy, this scalable and modular technology integrates seamlessly into existing water treatment infrastructures, drastically reducing energy demands and operational costs. It delivers PFAS-free water “one molecule at a time” with unmatched precision, offering industries and municipalities a sustainable, high-impact solution. Beyond purification, it represents a blueprint for global water management, addressing the world’s most pressing contamination challenges through innovation and sustainability. This patent-pending photoreactor technology is currently being licensed by Coflux Purification, a U.S.-based startup committed to revolutionizing sustainable water treatment. This platform is inherently scalable. Future developments will focus on enhancing photocatalyst chemistry to target a broader range of pollutants, including emerging contaminants like microplastics.