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It's still early days, but this technology is a hopeful step.

Tech

Scientists discover promising new way to filter microplastics out of human body: 'The dose makes the poison'

"We should all try to reduce our exposure."

Tech

Orlando Bloom spends over $10,000 on blood filtering procedure to remove microplastics from body: 'We don't yet know the implications'

"A fundamental shift in the design and production of plastics is essential to ensure their safety."

Tech

Scientists make worrisome discovery about chemicals found in everyday plastics: 'Causing a wide range of toxic effects'

"They're doubling down on that they haven't offered a single penny to the citizens."

Business

City hit with second lawsuit for alleged negligence leading to massive plastics fire — here's the latest

"The search for natural compounds to counteract these harmful effects is ongoing."

Tech

Scientists make stunning discovery about microplastics and human health: 'Potential protective effects'

Microplastics have become a global threat that has the potential to disrupt human health on a massive scale.

Tech

Scientists make disturbing discovery about the health impacts of microplastics — here's what you need to know

"The potential long-term effects ... are concerning."

Tech

New research reveals disturbing effect microplastics have on the brain: 'Like a car crash in the blood vessels'

Nineteen partners from six different countries have committed to participating.

Business

Plastics technology company unveils project to revolutionize packaging — here's how it can succeed where others have failed

Recent plastic pollution talks have stalled, yet there is still hope for a treaty in the future.

Business

What's preventing a global plastics treaty? Experts say these 3 crucial factors are to blame

While it is widely acknowledged that each substance is a big issue, the combined effects have been studied less — until now.

Tech

Researchers make disturbing discovery about combination of 'forever chemicals' and microplastics: 'It is imperative'

Understanding the science behind them isn’t easy.

Tech

How worried should you really be about microplastics? Here's what experts had to say

The harmful chemicals found in microplastics have been linked to cancer.

Tech

Scientists make concerning discovery about microplastics in our soil — and their alarming impact on our food and health