There are enough microplastics in your brain to make an entire spoonMicroplastics accumulate in the human brain, with alarming concentrations found, especially among those with dementia.
Toxic microplastics in the brain blamed on a product used by millionsSwitching from bottled to filtered tap water can cut microplastic intake by 90%.Bottled water is a major source of microplastic exposure.
Plastic in Our Brain Is an Extension of the Climate CrisisThe article discusses the overlooked issue of microplastics in the human brain and its implications for health.
This New Paper About Eating Out of Plastic Containers Is a Bit TerrifyingPlastic takeout containers may increase the risk of heart disease according to recent research.
Moon Canyons, Super-Strong Shrimp and Microplastics in the BrainTwo strains of H5N1 bird flu are circulating in U.S. cattle, with the new D1.1 variant posing potential risk to humans.Human brain tissue shows alarming levels of microplastic contamination, significantly higher than other organs.
Microplastics are invading our bodies - 5 ways to keep them outAvoiding canned foods can reduce exposure to harmful microplastics and associated chemicals, according to Dr. Leonarde Transande.
There are enough microplastics in your brain to make an entire spoonMicroplastics accumulate in the human brain, with alarming concentrations found, especially among those with dementia.
Toxic microplastics in the brain blamed on a product used by millionsSwitching from bottled to filtered tap water can cut microplastic intake by 90%.Bottled water is a major source of microplastic exposure.
Plastic in Our Brain Is an Extension of the Climate CrisisThe article discusses the overlooked issue of microplastics in the human brain and its implications for health.
This New Paper About Eating Out of Plastic Containers Is a Bit TerrifyingPlastic takeout containers may increase the risk of heart disease according to recent research.
Moon Canyons, Super-Strong Shrimp and Microplastics in the BrainTwo strains of H5N1 bird flu are circulating in U.S. cattle, with the new D1.1 variant posing potential risk to humans.Human brain tissue shows alarming levels of microplastic contamination, significantly higher than other organs.
Microplastics are invading our bodies - 5 ways to keep them outAvoiding canned foods can reduce exposure to harmful microplastics and associated chemicals, according to Dr. Leonarde Transande.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About MicroplasticsMicroplastics are widespread, even in remote areas, posing serious health concerns. Recent research shows significant accumulation of plastic in the human brain.
Scientists discover microplastics in Antarctica's most remote regionsMicroplastics have been discovered in Antarctica, illustrating the widespread issue of plastic pollution even in untouched environments.
Plastics Are Turning Up in Dolphin BreathMicroplastics have been detected in the breath of dolphins, indicating serious environmental pollution effects.Inhalation is a significant exposure route for marine mammals, including dolphins, to microplastics.
Microplastics in placentas linked to premature births, study suggestsHigher microplastic levels found in placentas from premature births reveal potential health concerns linked to plastic pollution.
The Guardian view on microplastics: harmful pollution must be curbed | EditorialMicroplastics may reduce crop yields by 12%, raising urgent concerns about food security.
Why microplastic pollution in soils and crops is 'raising alarm' among expertsThe proliferation of plastic bags is severely affecting farmland in Uganda, impacting agriculture and human health.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About MicroplasticsMicroplastics are widespread, even in remote areas, posing serious health concerns. Recent research shows significant accumulation of plastic in the human brain.
Scientists discover microplastics in Antarctica's most remote regionsMicroplastics have been discovered in Antarctica, illustrating the widespread issue of plastic pollution even in untouched environments.
Plastics Are Turning Up in Dolphin BreathMicroplastics have been detected in the breath of dolphins, indicating serious environmental pollution effects.Inhalation is a significant exposure route for marine mammals, including dolphins, to microplastics.
Microplastics in placentas linked to premature births, study suggestsHigher microplastic levels found in placentas from premature births reveal potential health concerns linked to plastic pollution.
The Guardian view on microplastics: harmful pollution must be curbed | EditorialMicroplastics may reduce crop yields by 12%, raising urgent concerns about food security.
Why microplastic pollution in soils and crops is 'raising alarm' among expertsThe proliferation of plastic bags is severely affecting farmland in Uganda, impacting agriculture and human health.
Toxic microplastics blamed on product that's 'everywhere you look'Paint is a significant, yet understudied, source of microplastics that impacts the environment and health.
Craft glitter causing major damage to marine life, Trinity scientists revealMicroplastic pollution significantly disrupts marine life by interfering with biomineralisation and accelerating plastic degradation.
Chewing Gum Is Flooding Your Mouth With MicroplasticsChewing gum may release thousands of microplastic shards into saliva, raising concerns about microplastic exposure.
Microplastic Found In Exhaled Breath of Dolphins Could Mean Very Bad News For HumansMicroplastics pose health risks to both dolphins and humans due to their similar inhalation pathways and potential lung-related illnesses.
More in the brain and less in the liver: How microplastics accumulate in the bodyMicroplastics are increasingly found in the human brain, with alarming implications for health, as our exposure to plastic rises.
Every time you chew gum, you're filling your mouth with plasticChewing gum might freshen your breath but could release harmful microplastics into your body.
Toxic microplastics blamed on product that's 'everywhere you look'Paint is a significant, yet understudied, source of microplastics that impacts the environment and health.
Craft glitter causing major damage to marine life, Trinity scientists revealMicroplastic pollution significantly disrupts marine life by interfering with biomineralisation and accelerating plastic degradation.
Chewing Gum Is Flooding Your Mouth With MicroplasticsChewing gum may release thousands of microplastic shards into saliva, raising concerns about microplastic exposure.
Microplastic Found In Exhaled Breath of Dolphins Could Mean Very Bad News For HumansMicroplastics pose health risks to both dolphins and humans due to their similar inhalation pathways and potential lung-related illnesses.
More in the brain and less in the liver: How microplastics accumulate in the bodyMicroplastics are increasingly found in the human brain, with alarming implications for health, as our exposure to plastic rises.
Every time you chew gum, you're filling your mouth with plasticChewing gum might freshen your breath but could release harmful microplastics into your body.
Shock study reveals health effect caused by microplastics in WATERMicroplastics in water are linked to increased risks of physical and mental disabilities.
Plastic on the Brain: Groundbreaking Study Detects Microplastics in Human Olfactory Bulbs for the First TimeMicroplastics have infiltrated human bodies, raising serious health concerns including risks of neurotoxicity and reproductive issues.
Scientists call for global action on microplastics, now found in more than 1,300 speciesMicroplastics are pervasive across ecosystems and have entered the human food chain, necessitating urgent global action.
MICROPLASTICS in wastewater fuel antibiotic resistance, study warnsMicroplastics significantly enhance antibiotic resistance in E. coli, posing severe public health risks.
'A Significant Health Risk': How Everyday Items Fill Our Bodies With MicroplasticsMicroplastics are infiltrating the environment and human bodies, posing serious health risks that scientists are only beginning to understand.
Avoiding Microplastics Is a LuxuryMicroplastics are pervasive in human tissue including placenta, raising serious health concerns.
Shock study reveals health effect caused by microplastics in WATERMicroplastics in water are linked to increased risks of physical and mental disabilities.
Plastic on the Brain: Groundbreaking Study Detects Microplastics in Human Olfactory Bulbs for the First TimeMicroplastics have infiltrated human bodies, raising serious health concerns including risks of neurotoxicity and reproductive issues.
Scientists call for global action on microplastics, now found in more than 1,300 speciesMicroplastics are pervasive across ecosystems and have entered the human food chain, necessitating urgent global action.
MICROPLASTICS in wastewater fuel antibiotic resistance, study warnsMicroplastics significantly enhance antibiotic resistance in E. coli, posing severe public health risks.
'A Significant Health Risk': How Everyday Items Fill Our Bodies With MicroplasticsMicroplastics are infiltrating the environment and human bodies, posing serious health risks that scientists are only beginning to understand.
Avoiding Microplastics Is a LuxuryMicroplastics are pervasive in human tissue including placenta, raising serious health concerns.
Three essential things to know about microplastics and how to avoid themMicroplastics are pervasive in food systems and kitchens, making complete avoidance nearly impossible.
Scientist reveals simple switches you can make to avoid microplasticsMicroplastics are pervasive and linked to various health issues; simple lifestyle changes can limit exposure.
Scientists reveal shocking number of chemicals that enter our bodiesToxic chemicals from food packaging, including BPA and microplastics, pose significant health risks as they enter human bodies through everyday items.
Study uncovers fast food chains with most toxic microplasticsFast food may contain harmful levels of microplastics linked to serious health risks, with certain salads and drinks topping the list.
12 'healthy' foods full of microplastics... and swaps to avoid themMany 'healthy' foods are contaminated with microplastics linked to serious health issues.Microplastics infiltrate the body, complicating health despite healthy eating.
Three essential things to know about microplastics and how to avoid themMicroplastics are pervasive in food systems and kitchens, making complete avoidance nearly impossible.
Scientist reveals simple switches you can make to avoid microplasticsMicroplastics are pervasive and linked to various health issues; simple lifestyle changes can limit exposure.
Scientists reveal shocking number of chemicals that enter our bodiesToxic chemicals from food packaging, including BPA and microplastics, pose significant health risks as they enter human bodies through everyday items.
Study uncovers fast food chains with most toxic microplasticsFast food may contain harmful levels of microplastics linked to serious health risks, with certain salads and drinks topping the list.
12 'healthy' foods full of microplastics... and swaps to avoid themMany 'healthy' foods are contaminated with microplastics linked to serious health issues.Microplastics infiltrate the body, complicating health despite healthy eating.
Microplastics Are Messing with Photosynthesis in PlantsMicroplastics significantly hinder photosynthesis in plants, threatening global food security.
Scientists Found Microplastics in Mouse BrainsMicroplastics found in mice brains may pose serious health risks by affecting blood flow and brain function.
The Weight of All the Plastic in Your Brain May Make You QueasyMicroplastics are increasingly found in human brains, raising health concerns, especially regarding potential links to dementia.
Scientists know our bodies are full of microplastics. What are they doing to us?Microplastics have been found in human organs, raising concerns about their potential health impacts, which include links to cancer and reproductive damage.
Microplastics now detected in chewing gum - as particles linked to 3 chronic diseasesChewing gum may release harmful microplastics into saliva, posing health risks.Average gum piece can release up to 3,000 microplastics.
Glitter has lost its shine but scientists may have found a safer substituteCellulose glitter is a safer alternative to conventional plastic glitter for soil health.Conventional glitter has detrimental effects on soil organisms, while cellulose glitter does not.
Microplastics Are Messing with Photosynthesis in PlantsMicroplastics significantly hinder photosynthesis in plants, threatening global food security.
Scientists Found Microplastics in Mouse BrainsMicroplastics found in mice brains may pose serious health risks by affecting blood flow and brain function.
The Weight of All the Plastic in Your Brain May Make You QueasyMicroplastics are increasingly found in human brains, raising health concerns, especially regarding potential links to dementia.
Scientists know our bodies are full of microplastics. What are they doing to us?Microplastics have been found in human organs, raising concerns about their potential health impacts, which include links to cancer and reproductive damage.
Microplastics now detected in chewing gum - as particles linked to 3 chronic diseasesChewing gum may release harmful microplastics into saliva, posing health risks.Average gum piece can release up to 3,000 microplastics.
Glitter has lost its shine but scientists may have found a safer substituteCellulose glitter is a safer alternative to conventional plastic glitter for soil health.Conventional glitter has detrimental effects on soil organisms, while cellulose glitter does not.
Microplastics hinder plant photosynthesis, study finds, threatening millions with starvationMicroplastics damage plant photosynthesis, endangering global food supplies and increasing risks of hunger.400 million more people could face starvation due to microplastics affecting staple crops.
Scientists Just Discovered Something Absolutely Horrifying About MicroplasticsMicroplastics threaten global food supplies by reducing plants' photosynthetic efficiency, leading to crop losses.
Microplastics hinder plant photosynthesis, study finds, threatening millions with starvationMicroplastics damage plant photosynthesis, endangering global food supplies and increasing risks of hunger.400 million more people could face starvation due to microplastics affecting staple crops.
Scientists Just Discovered Something Absolutely Horrifying About MicroplasticsMicroplastics threaten global food supplies by reducing plants' photosynthetic efficiency, leading to crop losses.
How machine learning can be used to identify microplasticsA new tool improves the identification of airborne microplastics using chemical fingerprints, aiming to enhance understanding of their types.
Scientists issue urgent warning about drinking TEATea bags can release billions of microplastics into the human body, raising health concerns among consumers.
Microplastics Are Infesting Clouds, Affecting WeatherMicroplastics are altering weather patterns by influencing the freezing process of water droplets that form clouds and rain.
Cotton-and-squid-bone sponge can soak up 99.9% of microplastics, scientists sayA new scalable sponge filter shows promise in removing 99.9% of microplastics from water, addressing a significant global pollution crisis.
Microplastics Getting Stuck in Brain Vessels Like Clots, Scientists Find, Causing "Neurological Abnormalities" in MiceReal-time imaging has shown that microplastics can cause blockages in brain blood vessels, potentially worsening neurological health.
Microplastics Might Be In Clouds, TooMicroplastics have been found in clouds, potentially affecting weather formation and climate.
How machine learning can be used to identify microplasticsA new tool improves the identification of airborne microplastics using chemical fingerprints, aiming to enhance understanding of their types.
Scientists issue urgent warning about drinking TEATea bags can release billions of microplastics into the human body, raising health concerns among consumers.
Microplastics Are Infesting Clouds, Affecting WeatherMicroplastics are altering weather patterns by influencing the freezing process of water droplets that form clouds and rain.
Cotton-and-squid-bone sponge can soak up 99.9% of microplastics, scientists sayA new scalable sponge filter shows promise in removing 99.9% of microplastics from water, addressing a significant global pollution crisis.
Microplastics Getting Stuck in Brain Vessels Like Clots, Scientists Find, Causing "Neurological Abnormalities" in MiceReal-time imaging has shown that microplastics can cause blockages in brain blood vessels, potentially worsening neurological health.
Microplastics Might Be In Clouds, TooMicroplastics have been found in clouds, potentially affecting weather formation and climate.
Antioxidants in fruits and flowers seem to counteract harmful effects of microplastics, study showsAnthocyanins may help counteract reproductive toxicity caused by microplastics.
Scientists discover dangerous microplastics in SEAFOODMicroplastics are prevalent in seafood consumed by humans, posing potential health risks, including cancer.
Doctor reveals surprising items leaching cancer-causing microplasticsMicroplastics in kitchen items pose significant health risks, including cancer, heart disease, and hormonal disruptions.
Microplastics can block blood vessels in mice brains, researchers findMicroplastics can block blood vessels in the brain, mimicking clots and impacting motor function.
Why more research needed to expose potential hazards of plastic food containersMicroplastics from single-use plastics pose health risks, prompting a shift to safer alternatives like glass.
Antioxidants in fruits and flowers seem to counteract harmful effects of microplastics, study showsAnthocyanins may help counteract reproductive toxicity caused by microplastics.
Scientists discover dangerous microplastics in SEAFOODMicroplastics are prevalent in seafood consumed by humans, posing potential health risks, including cancer.
Doctor reveals surprising items leaching cancer-causing microplasticsMicroplastics in kitchen items pose significant health risks, including cancer, heart disease, and hormonal disruptions.
Microplastics can block blood vessels in mice brains, researchers findMicroplastics can block blood vessels in the brain, mimicking clots and impacting motor function.
Why more research needed to expose potential hazards of plastic food containersMicroplastics from single-use plastics pose health risks, prompting a shift to safer alternatives like glass.
Microplastics block blood flow in the brain, mice study revealsMicroplastics travel through the bloodstream and can become lodged in brain blood vessels of mice, raising concerns about their effects on health.
Your brain is full of microplastics: are they harming you?Microplastics are found throughout the human body, prompting concerns about their health impacts, particularly in the brain.
Microplastics block blood flow in the brain, mice study revealsMicroplastics travel through the bloodstream and can become lodged in brain blood vessels of mice, raising concerns about their effects on health.
Your brain is full of microplastics: are they harming you?Microplastics are found throughout the human body, prompting concerns about their health impacts, particularly in the brain.
Study finds microplastics in US brains: Are they dangerous? DW 02/06/2025Micro- and nanoplastics have significantly increased in human brain and liver tissues from 2016 to 2024, indicating serious environmental concerns.
Daily briefing: Cancer 'poisons' the immune system by giving it faulty machineryMicroplastics in mice cause brain obstructions, leading to mobility impairments, raising concerns about similar effects in humans.
So many young people with colon cancer have clean diets. What gives?Despite a healthy lifestyle, young people are increasingly being diagnosed with colon cancer, indicating other environmental factors may contribute.
Experts reveal if tap or bottled water is safer from toxic chemicalsBottled water may be less safe than tap water, which is better regulated and contains fewer harmful microplastics.
12 Real-World Examples of Packaging Innovation (2024) - ShopifyThe Great Pacific Garbage Patch highlights the urgent need for sustainable packaging solutions to mitigate plastic waste.Innovative packaging can significantly reduce reliance on non-biodegradable plastic products.
A chance encounter with Santa in Spain | Brief lettersInnovation in microplastic filtration could revolutionize water purification.Rewearing fashion items is becoming a trending practice among individuals.Santa Claus has a worldwide charm that transcends cultural boundaries.
12 Real-World Examples of Packaging Innovation (2024) - ShopifyThe Great Pacific Garbage Patch highlights the urgent need for sustainable packaging solutions to mitigate plastic waste.Innovative packaging can significantly reduce reliance on non-biodegradable plastic products.
A chance encounter with Santa in Spain | Brief lettersInnovation in microplastic filtration could revolutionize water purification.Rewearing fashion items is becoming a trending practice among individuals.Santa Claus has a worldwide charm that transcends cultural boundaries.
Microplastics Could Be Making the Weather WorseMicroplastics can initiate cloud formation at higher temperatures, possibly altering weather and climate patterns.
Microplastics promote cloud formation, with likely effects on weather and climateMicroplastics impact cloud formation, allowing ice crystals to form at warmer temperatures, thus influencing weather and climate.
Airborne microplastics aid in cloud formationMicroplastics can influence cloud formation and climate by allowing ice crystals to form at higher temperatures than previously understood.
Microplastics Could Be Making the Weather WorseMicroplastics can initiate cloud formation at higher temperatures, possibly altering weather and climate patterns.
Microplastics promote cloud formation, with likely effects on weather and climateMicroplastics impact cloud formation, allowing ice crystals to form at warmer temperatures, thus influencing weather and climate.
Airborne microplastics aid in cloud formationMicroplastics can influence cloud formation and climate by allowing ice crystals to form at higher temperatures than previously understood.
This Is When Dumping Garbage in the Ocean is Actually a Good ThingMicroplastics from ocean waste threaten food chains, requiring attention to effective waste disposal methods.
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French cleantech startup Calyxia nets $35M to tackle microplastics pollution | TechCrunchCalyxia aims for profitability by 2026, focusing on sustainable alternatives to microplastics and targeting a significant market opportunity.