Learn about the source of airborne microplastics, which were not, for the most part, introduced into the air by the ocean, as ...

Scientists are finding microplastics throughout the human body. Here are some simple strategies to reduce your exposure.

Testing has found microplastics in rice, tea, salt, sugar, beer, processed foods, milk, bottled water, and a range of seafood ...

Microplastics have been found in the human brain, potentially causing serious health issues such as cell death, immune ...

Scientists uncover alarming levels of microplastics in human brain tissue, raising concerns about their potential role in ...

Researchers identify dietary and lifestyle-based strategies that may reduce human exposure to microplastics and nanoplastics.

Dark organic glass found inside a skull appeared to be the fossilized brain of a male human who died during the 79 CE Mount ...

The brain has higher concentrations of plastic particles compared to other organs, with increased levels found in dementia ...

Data from microplastic analyses can inform health recommendations and policy decisions. Machine learning is one tool ...

There isn't yet research on how to remove microplastics already in our bodies, but there are a few ways we can limit exposure ...

How tiny plastic particles enter the atmosphere is an important question, as airborne microplastics are a potential health threat. Using a global chemical transport model, researchers have provided ...

Microplastics are everywhere — in the beauty products we wear, the cleaning supplies we use and even in the food we eat.