PFAS Conference 2026

2026 National PFAS Conference

June 8-10 | Tucson, Arizona
University of Arizona

Join us for the 2026 National PFAS Conference in the hidden gem in the desert. This conference series is uniquely designed to exchange information, provide support to PFAS-affected communities, and facilitate engagement across diverse sectors involved with PFAS to accelerate the protection of health and the environment. 

Please also plan to join us for pre-conference activities on June 7. Details will be provided as soon as we are able. 

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At this conference, we will

  • Highlight local community perspectives and global impacts of PFAS.
  • Continue collaborative conversations that connect new scientific discoveries with the lived realities of marginalized and underserved communities.
  • Identify the best methods to share findings and ensure ongoing communication between researchers, PFAS sectors, and affected communities.
  • Share information and resources that respond to needs identified by affected communities and other diverse PFAS sectors.
  • Strengthen and expand collaborations among researchers, communities, and public-sector partners to support coordinated, solution-focused efforts that prevent future PFAS exposure and health risks.

National PFAS Conference Website

 

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There is a limited amount of funding available to offset the cost of travel to the 2026 National PFAS Conference. Support will be prioritized for those who are acutely impacted by PFAS contamination and students working on PFAS research. 

If you are interested in applying for travel support, please fill out the travel award request form before registering for the conference. If you have any questions, please email us at pfas2026@arizona.edu. 

Important dates:

Travel award requests due: January 15, 2026

Notifications of award: early March 2026

Conference: June 8-10, 2026

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Conference Venue

Health Sciences Innovation Building
1670 E. Drachman St. | Tucson, AZ 85721

The new Health Sciences Innovation Building (HSIB) is an interprofessional, multidisciplinary medical and health education training, research and simulated practice facility.

While you're here... Explore!

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About the University of Arizona

Enjoy Arizona’s first university! From historic landmarks to cutting-edge research facilities, our campus offers a blend of tradition and innovation.

Visiting Campus
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About Tucson

Affectionately known as the Old Pueblo, Tucson is more than just a bustling college town. The first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the United States, natural wonders, a premier destination for astronomy,  and a rich cultural heritage are just part of what makes Tucson special. 

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​Funding for this conference was made possible (in part) by 1R13 ES036079-01 from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the NIH; nor does mention by trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

This meeting is funded, in part, by the National Institutes of Environmental Health Sciences.

We are committed to fostering a culture of diverse and inclusive excellence in which persons of all identities and from all backgrounds feel welcomed, supported, and encouraged to engage in the free and open exchange of ideas. Our dedication to excellence means that attendees at this events can expect to experience a safe environment free of discrimination and harassment. Behaviors that do not uphold the highest standards of integrity and professional ethics are contrary to our mission and values. Sexual harassment, other forms of harassment, or sexual assault will not be tolerated. Individuals violating this policy are subject to immediate removal from the event.