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A team of McGill University researchers has developed a cost-effective, high-throughput technology for detecting nanoplastics ...

Bulky molecules mimic some properties of PFAS without their long-lasting chemical bonds and could replace PFAS in some water-repelling applications.

While many studies have examined the health implications of ingesting petroleum-derived microplastics, none have looked at ...

Scientists are still investigating exactly how plastic additives and microplastics affect our bodies, but they’re worried about what they’ve learned so far.

Fibmold upcycles plant fibers from ag waste into molded fiber packaging to help partners reduce their reliance on single use ...

Swedish packaging company Billerud has created a recyclable paper solution that could help businesses move away from plastic.

Plastics are ubiquitous. From packaging to household goods to building materials to automotive components, there are seemingly no limits to where plastics are found in our day-to-day lives.

But scientists may have discovered a promising new approach: a type of plastic that doesn’t stick around. A study published ...

For years, researchers have been documenting the environmental impact of microplastics, and now, they're emerging as a human health concern.

An annoying daily chore could be a thing of the past. Researchers develop groundbreaking material that could help solve ...

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