The Frances S. Sterrett Environmental Chemistry Symposium is dedicated to presenting the public with up-to-date, factual scientific information on environmental topics. The symposium is organized by members of the Long Island Subsection of the American Chemical Society (LIACS) and cosponsored by the New York Section of the American Chemical Society (NYACS); This event is made possible with the support of Hofstra University’s Chemistry Department, ACS Senior Chemists Committee and Shimadzu Scientific Instruments. We invite you to join us and gain invaluable insights from field experts as they shed light on the pervasive issue of PAFS contamination; and explore the latest advancements in assessment methods, regulatory policies, and mitigation strategies to tackle this pressing environmental challenge.