Plastic pipes, especially those made from PVC, are a major contributor to microplastic pollution, releasing harmful chemicals ...

Researchers developed a floating drone with a cutting-edge tooth design that captures stubborn microplastics from water.

Trapped immune cells laden with microplastics starve the brain of oxygen—mouse study links vascular blockages to memory loss and motor deficits, with lingering risks even after symptoms fade.

Microplastics have invaded our oceans, and now they’re turning up in seafood. A groundbreaking study found these contaminants ...

We live in a synthetic society. Our garments, ​​suspended in closets and woven with a blend of nylon and polyester, are ...

The research highlights how filter feeders alter the behavior and composition of microplastics, creating unforeseen risks.

A new study found plastic chemicals in 86 percent of food tested. Learn what this means for your health and how to protect ...

Researchers have identified peptides that can help remove microplastics from the environment by combining biophysical ...

Plastics are a problem that knows no boundaries. These intractable incarnations of fossil fuels have found their way into the ...

A research team led by Cornell has demonstrated how quantum computing and artificial intelligence can be used to design new peptides capable of ...