Experts at leading health care conferences last month called for further research into the health effects of microplastics ...

Read the paper: Leaf absorption contributes to accumulation of microplastics in plants Plants can absorb plastic particles directly from the air. Particles in the air can enter leaves through ...

You may not be able to escape microplastics, but you can fight back. Experts point to anthocyanins, compounds found in ...

Microplastics have been found in the human placenta, raising health concerns for pregnant women and unborn babies. Experts warn that exposure through air, water, food, and cosmetics could impact fetal ...

The Narragansett lab tackles emerging water pollution problems, including PFAS, microplastics, and toxic algal blooms.

Microplastics are infiltrating our bloodstreams from everyday sources, causing serious health issues. A new study reveals ...

Microplastics are everywhere- from the water bottles we use to our clothes. While they are a serious health concern for all ...

Study from the University of Bayreuth shows how mountain bike tires contribute to microplastic pollution—though far less than cars.

In a basement laboratory at the University of New Mexico, Marcus Garcia rummaged through a bin full of plastic waste. He ...