Rice is also a hotspot for microplastics. A University of Queensland study found that for every half cup of rice, there are 3 ...

For years, scientists suspected that waves breaking on plastic-littered seas were a major source of the tiny fragments now ...

The atmosphere is an important transport medium that carries microplastics to even the most remote parts of the world. These ...

In reworking the connections within plastic materials, researchers are studying how plant-based compounds could eventually ...

They’ve been found in your liver, blood, and even brain—microplastics are everywhere. While they’re nearly impossible to ...

Microplastic pollution on Sydney's beaches and harbour shorelines has tripled in the past three years, according to a report, ...

There are kitchen products that might be transferring microplastics to food, such as cutting boards and water bottles, and ...

While plastic is generally discussed as an environmental issue it has become a significant health threat infiltrating both ...

Researchers say some widely reported findings of microplastics in human organs may be false positives Critics warn rushed ...

Microplastics are found in surprising items, from paper cups to toothpaste. While the health risks remain debated, experts suggest ways to limit your exposure. Choosing glass, stainless steel and ...

We all know that staying hydrated is essential for our health, but what if the water we drink contains tiny pieces of plastic? Recent studies have revealed that microplastics are present in drinking ...

A recent study has found that to-go coffee cups may release microplastics when hot beverages are in them. Find out how to ...