The research highlights how filter feeders alter the behavior and composition of microplastics, creating unforeseen risks.

1,806 anthropogenic particles were found in 180 of 182 individuals with fibers being most abundant, followed by films and fragments.

Researchers from Tel Aviv University found that marine creatures like ascidians can change the composition of microplastics, ...

Plastic pollution poses significant and urgent global challenges, impacting ecosystems, human health, and economies.With 6mn ...

In an interview, Ocean Conservancy’s associate director for oceans plastics research, Dr. Britta Baechler said because of their size, microplastics are prevelent in the entire marine eco-system.

A new Tel Aviv University study has uncovered alarming findings about the spread of microplastic particles in the marine food ...

These tiny plastic particles not only pose a threat to marine ecosystems, but also present new challenges to terrestrial ecosystems. However, research on terrestrial MNPs lagged behind marine studies.

By bne IntelliNews A group of Croatian students have launched a robotic boat designed to combat the escalating issue of ...

In remote Antarctica, Colombian marine biologist Paulo Tigreros dips a net into the icy waters in his hunt for microplastics in what should be one of the best-preserved ecosystems in the world.

The devastating fires in Los Angeles have numerous secondary effects as scientists are finding out now off the coast of ...

Microplastics shed from plastic products like clothing and packaging are ending up in the fish we eat, according to ...