Erin Carter

Jan 13, 2025 | mccormick.northwestern.edu | Erin Carter

The ProblemDetecting and measuring low-concentration toxins and biomarkers in environmental and human health settings with sufficient sensitivity for practical applications is challenging. Our IdeaEnhancing the sensitivity of a biosensing platform by adding genetic circuitry that amplifies weak molecular signals, enabling the detection of low-concentration toxins and biomarkers using cell-free synthetic biology.

Aug 26, 2024 | law.com | Marjorie Peerce |Erin Carter

New federal and state regulations of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a wake-up call to the fashion industry, which must immediately start scrutinizing the effects of PFAS in apparel and textiles, including potential reporting requirements, litigation and environmental liabilities. PFAS, a diverse class of over 12,000 compounds, are often called “forever chemicals” because of their strong chemical makeup and slow breakdown in the environment.

Jul 17, 2024 | news.bloomberglaw.com | Lea Phillips |Erin Carter

Attorneys and advisers must start scrutinizing the effects of new federal and state regulations of PFAS for their renewable energy clients, including potential reporting requirements, litigation, and environmental liabilities. PFAS, a class of over 12,000 per-and polyfluoroalkyl compounds, are often called “forever chemicals” because of their strong chemical makeup and persistence in the environment.

Jul 17, 2024 | ballardspahr.com | Lea Phillips |Erin Carter

New federal and state regulations for PFAS, or "Forever Chemicals," will have significant implications for renewable energy companies. In this article for Bloomberg Law, Lea A. Phillips and Erin M. Carter examine the regulations and help decision-makers at renewable energy organizations understand their new obligations. Ms. Phillips and Ms. Carter are members of Ballard Spahr's PFAS Regulation, Enforcement, and Litigation Practice.

Mar 28, 2024 | einnews.com | Erin Carter

WASHINGTON, D.C., UNITED STATES, March 28, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bearded Gentz®, a newly launched e-commerce company, is making waves in the male grooming industry with its premium-quality beard care essentials. With a new line of small beard care products now available on its website, this Black woman-owned company aims to cater to men's facial hair needs, providing products that soften, hydrate, and condition their beards.