Microplastics

How Cigarette Smoke Amplifies Nanoplastic Damage in Airway Cells

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According to a laboratory study published in Scientific Reports by researchers including D. Mirra and colleagues, cigarette smoke extract (CSE) compromises human airway epithelial barriers and increases cellular vulnerability to polystyrene nanoparticles (PS-NPs). The research team investigated how sequential exposure to these environmental stressors reduces cell metabolic activity and alters structural proteins in human bronchial … Read more

Microplastic Patches: The Key to Their Own Cleanup

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Microplastics are now recognized as both a significant ecological threat and a potential resource for bioremediation, according to a review published in ENGINEERING Environment on May 21, 2026. Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Westlake University, the University of Warmia and Mazury, and the Technical University of Munich report that the “plastisphere”—the microbial community … Read more

Study Finds 4% of City Air Pollution Is Microplastics

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Scientists in Germany have discovered that microscopic plastic particles constitute a measurable portion of urban air pollution, identifying tire wear as the primary source of these contaminants. New chemical analyses conducted in Leipzig reveal that plastic makes up approximately 4 percent of particulate matter in the air. Tire Abrasion as a Primary Pollutant The research … Read more

Microplastics may contribute to global warming

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For decades, the conversation around plastic pollution has been dominated by images of sea turtles tangled in nets and Great Pacific Garbage Patches. But a paradigm shift is occurring in climate science. We are discovering that the plastic crisis isn’t just a marine or terrestrial issue—it’s an atmospheric one. Recent data published in Nature Climate … Read more

Study Shows Which Foods To Eat (& Avoid) To Reduce Microplastic Exposure

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Beyond the Bottle: The Future of Gut Health in a Plasticized World For years, the conversation around microplastics focused on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch or the presence of synthetic fibers in the ocean. Though, the narrative has shifted inward. We are no longer just observing plastic in the environment. we are discovering it in … Read more

‘Miracle tree’ removes 98% of microplastics from drinking water, outperforming chemical alternatives

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The Shift Toward Bio-Based Water Purification For decades, the battle against water contaminants has relied heavily on synthetic chemicals. However, a growing trend in environmental engineering is the pivot toward “nature-based solutions.” The emergence of the moringa tree—often called the ‘miracle tree’—as a viable filter for microplastics signals a potential revolution in how we treat … Read more

Study finds widespread microplastics in children and suggests diet may shape exposure

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Microplastics in Children: A Growing Concern and What Parents Necessitate to Know Scientists are increasingly uncovering the pervasive presence of microplastics in the human body, and children are proving particularly vulnerable. A recent study analyzing urine samples from over 1,300 children revealed widespread exposure, sparking concerns about potential health impacts and prompting a closer appear … Read more

Microplastics found in 90% of prostate cancer tumours

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Microplastics Found in Majority of Prostate Cancer Tumors: A Growing Health Concern Alarming new research from NYU Langone Health reveals a significant presence of microplastics in prostate cancer tumors. The study, published February 25, 2026, detected plastic particles in 90% of the tumors examined, raising critical questions about the potential link between environmental plastic exposure … Read more

Meet the Inuit scientist kayaking around Greenland to highlight just how far microplastics travel

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Arctic Warning: Kayak Scientist Uncovers Shocking Truth About Tire Pollution Kristian Louis Jensen, an Inuit scientist, is undertaking a decade-long mission to reveal the pervasive spread of microplastics, even to the most remote corners of the globe. Armed with only a kayak and a self-built microplastic filter, Jensen’s recent expedition to a remote glacier in … Read more

Anyone who drinks water every day issued warning – ‘not safe’ | UK | News

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The Hidden Cost of Convenience: Are Microplastics in Bottled Water a Looming Health Crisis? Recent research is painting a concerning picture about our reliance on bottled water. A groundbreaking review published in the Journal of Hazardous Materials reveals that daily consumption of bottled water could expose individuals to a staggering 90,000 additional microplastic particles annually … Read more

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