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

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

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

Microplastics are pervasive, found everywhere on Earth, from the Sahara Desert to patches of Arctic sea ice. Now a new ...

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

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

Tiny plastic particles drifting through the oceans may be quietly weakening one of Earth’s most powerful climate defenses.

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

Plastic-coated fertilizers used on farms are emerging as a major but hidden source of ocean microplastics. A new study found ...

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

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 ...

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 ...