10 articles tagged with "microplastics"
The EPA's recent proposal to classify microplastics and pharmaceuticals as contaminants in drinking water marks a significant regulatory shift that could affect water treatment processes.
The EPA's recent identification of microplastics and pharmaceuticals as drinking water contaminants raises significant concerns about water quality and public health.
Recent research indicates that standard laboratory gloves may introduce microplastic contamination, raising concerns about the integrity of microplastic research.
Recent findings indicate that laboratory gloves could be a significant source of contamination, leading to overestimations of microplastic levels in research.
Infrastructure lens: The food industry giant faces legal action for illegally dumping plastic bottles that contaminated soil and water resources.
Recent research indicates that kitchen sponges may contribute significantly to microplastic pollution in households, raising concerns about their environmental impact.
Recent findings indicate that microplastics, prevalent in various environments, may contribute to brain inflammation and associated neurological disorders.
The improper disposal of wet wipes, often flushed down toilets, poses significant risks for microplastic contamination in aquatic systems.
The detection of plastic pellets on Donostia and Orio beaches underscores a critical pollution issue linked to industrial microplastics entering marine environments via stormwater systems.
A recent study highlights the potential impact of microbial communities on microplastics in the Chesapeake Bay on nutrient cycling, raising concerns about ecosystem health.