Microplastics are particles between 1 micrometer (0.001 millimetre) and 5 millimetres. Nanoplastic particles are even smaller. Everyone can reduce their own intake of nano- and microplastics, the trio ...

The brain has higher concentrations of plastic particles compared to other organs, with increased levels found in dementia ...

Scientists uncover alarming levels of microplastics in human brain tissue, raising concerns about their potential role in ...

Researchers identify dietary and lifestyle-based strategies that may reduce human exposure to microplastics and nanoplastics.

Microplastics are everywhere — in the beauty products we wear, the cleaning supplies we use and even in the food we eat.

Scientists are finding microplastics throughout the human body. Here are some simple strategies to reduce your exposure.

Data from microplastic analyses can inform health recommendations and policy decisions. Machine learning is one tool ...

There isn't yet research on how to remove microplastics already in our bodies, but there are a few ways we can limit exposure ...

New research has come out on how people can decrease the amount of microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) they drink and eat.

Birds are breathing in high levels of airborne microplastics into their lungs—and, likely, so are we, with unclear effects on ...

Microplastics have been found in the human brain, potentially causing serious health issues such as cell death, immune ...

Larger microplastics settle quickly, while smaller ones can remain airborne for up to a year, traveling globally. These findings suggest pollution-reduction strategies should target continental ...