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January 10, 2024

Microplastics are everywhere — including in our bodies. Here is what you need to know

December 6, 2023

Chemists are reimagining how polymer chains respond to physical stress, inviting innovative approaches to medicine, tech and more

September 20, 2022

Researchers are changing their single-use plastic habits in and out of work

September 9, 2022

An infographic diving into three types of plastic-based fabrics and how they may be affecting our environment

September 8, 2022

Many plastics contain harmful chemicals, and a zap in the microwave can increase your exposure. The FDA says this exposure isn’t a concern, but some experts recommend caution

March 6, 2020

Microbeads were shunned for their role in water pollution. Is everyone’s favorite sparkly stuff next?

October 9, 2017

As ice caps melt, microplastics are leaking into the water, for animals to eat

July 24, 2017

A dedicated crew gets plastic out of trees

February 9, 2015

The debris littering this historic island is just a tiny part of a global littering problem

June 23, 2014

Is banning plastic bags the best way to get rid of the plastic menace ?

September 24, 2012

Environmental activist Asher Jay creates art out of trash

 
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