A new study out of Dalhousie University has found microplastics in the meat of lobsters caught off the coast of Nova Scotia.

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After speaking with microplastic experts, I found plastic-free alternatives to traditional dish sponges, such as cotton ...

When combined with automated particle analysis equipment, Raman microspectroscopy can provide high-throughput quantification ...

The study's lead author says their research shows microplastics are 'not just out in the ocean, it's also ending up on our ...

One local cotton gin manager is warning of the dangers caused by microplastics found in synthetic fibers, such as polyester.

Plastic cookware is common in many kitchens but there are alternatives. Products like stainless steel skillets, frying pans and cast iron pans can all be great ways to upgrade your cookware without ...

A September 2024 study found that of the 14,000 known food contact chemicals present in food packaging, 3,601 -- or approximately 25% -- were detected in humans. Specifically, 235 FCCs in materials ...

Findings show that shellfish, beer, salt, and even produce carry some of the highest concentrations of microplastics in the ...

As water companies are ordered to tackle potentially harmful levels of so-called forever chemicals in drinking water sources ...

Sunlight breaks clothes made of synthetic fabrics into tiny plastic fibers that pollute oceans. Color affects how quickly ...

Jakarta health officials warn rainwater now carries microplastics that may cause heart disease and harm fetal development.