"These ordinances are for protecting the neighbors and the communities." Officials take action against harmful impact of ...

MORGANTOWN — When West Virginia University biology undergraduate student Isabella Tuzzio tested fish from central Appalachian ...

It’s no secret microplastic pollution is an issue. The Guppyfriend washing bag claims that it can catch some of the microfibers that shed off your clothes, so we tested it and talked to experts ...

Microplastics have been found nearly everywhere in the human body. Experts explain how harmful they may be for our health, ...

Among 152 coastal counties studied, those with very high levels of marine microplastics showed higher rates of diabetes, ...

Microplastic pollution could more than double by 2040, meaning that regulations are critically needed, according to a new paper in the journal Science. ... ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS ...

A new study finds that microplastic pollution reduces plant photosynthesis, threatening global food security and worsening climate change. Researchers warn this could lead to major crop losses and ...

ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS. ... This figure from the "Physics of Fluids" journal paper shows microplastic pollution sources and their impact on our health.

Introduction The global microplastic detection market is witnessing significant expansion, propelled by increasing environmental concerns, rig ...

Musat/iStock via Getty Images Plus. Microplastic pollution is everywhere, even in the exhaled breath of dolphins – new research Published: October 16, 2024 2:01pm EDT. Leslie ...

"Alarming" levels of microplastic have been found in major rivers across Europe according to scientists in 14 studies published simultaneously Monday. One source of microplastic pollution is ...

Images of plastic bottles washed up on beaches and six-pack rings choking marine animals have become symbols of plastic pollution. In this issue, C&EN takes a deep dive into the less visible ...