Scientists have revealed which countries have the highest consumption of microplastics through our food and through the air. So how does the U.S. compare? Microplastics refer to any plastics smaller ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Tea bags could release billions of microplastic ...

This year brought lots of new learnings about tiny particles of plastic. Sure, takeout is a super convenient choice when you've had a long day, but if you're concerned about microplastics, know that ...

A scientific method to identify microplastic hotspots — areas of the ocean floor covered with small pieces of plastic — has been tested in Long Island Sound waters. Professor Claire Gwinnett from ...

Megan Meyer is a science communication consultant who is passionate about translating science to a variety of audiences. She received her PhD in nutritional immunology from The University of North ...

Earth's oceans and coastal ecosystems are a major sink for carbon storage, known as blue carbon. Sequestration of carbon is vitally important in the fight against climate change as it 'locks away' ...

Plastic waste in the ocean can break down into microplastics, which researchers measured near U.S. coastlines to study possible links to higher rates of diabetes, heart disease and stroke.

Microplastics in water and the environment is one of the hot topics under the general discussion of environmental professionals. These microplastic particles are present everywhere, also in tap water.

Glitter is made to be tiny and adhere loosely to surfaces, contributing to microplastic pollution. Biodegradable solutions might still get everywhere, but won't stick around forever. As opposed to ...

If you own a pair of white shoes or have ever tried to remove crayon from a wall, you’re probably thankful for melamine sponges. These products practically erase tough stains and scuffs through their ...