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Human Brains Contain A Spoon's Worth Of Nanoplastics, New Study Suggests
The human brain may contain an entire spoon's worth of nanoplastics, according to new findings published in the journal Nature Medicine.
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Microplastics Found in Human Brain Tissue, Study Shows Rising Levels
A study has detected microplastics and nanoplastics in human brain tissue, showing a 50 percent increase in levels over recent years. The findings suggest these particles may bypass the blood-brain barrier, leading to concerns over potential health effects. Experts are now focusing on how these plastics enter the brain and their possible role in ne...
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Microplastics In Placentas Leading To Premature Births, Study Finds
The researchers analysed 100 placentas from full-term births (37.2 weeks, on average) and 75 from preterm births (34 weeks) for the study.
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Tea Bags Release Billions Of Harmful Microplastics, Study Finds
A study by the Autonomous University of Barcelona reveals that commercial tea bags made from polymer-based materials release harmful microplastics and nanoplastics when infused.
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Microplastics In Human Urinary Tract Highlight Urgent Water Safety Issues: Study
Led by Bond University researchers, the review analyzed 18 studies, confirming the presence of microplastics and nanoplastics in 54% of urine samples, 70% of kidney samples, and 68% of bladder cancer cases.
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A 1-Litre Bottle Of Water Contains Some 2,40,000 Plastic Fragments: Study
A typical one-liter (33-ounce) bottle of water contains some 240,000 plastic fragments on average, according to a new study.
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Human Brains Contain A Spoon's Worth Of Nanoplastics, New Study Suggests
The human brain may contain an entire spoon's worth of nanoplastics, according to new findings published in the journal Nature Medicine.
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Microplastics Found in Human Brain Tissue, Study Shows Rising Levels
A study has detected microplastics and nanoplastics in human brain tissue, showing a 50 percent increase in levels over recent years. The findings suggest these particles may bypass the blood-brain barrier, leading to concerns over potential health effects. Experts are now focusing on how these plastics enter the brain and their possible role in ne...
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Microplastics In Placentas Leading To Premature Births, Study Finds
The researchers analysed 100 placentas from full-term births (37.2 weeks, on average) and 75 from preterm births (34 weeks) for the study.
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Tea Bags Release Billions Of Harmful Microplastics, Study Finds
A study by the Autonomous University of Barcelona reveals that commercial tea bags made from polymer-based materials release harmful microplastics and nanoplastics when infused.
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Microplastics In Human Urinary Tract Highlight Urgent Water Safety Issues: Study
Led by Bond University researchers, the review analyzed 18 studies, confirming the presence of microplastics and nanoplastics in 54% of urine samples, 70% of kidney samples, and 68% of bladder cancer cases.
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A 1-Litre Bottle Of Water Contains Some 2,40,000 Plastic Fragments: Study
A typical one-liter (33-ounce) bottle of water contains some 240,000 plastic fragments on average, according to a new study.
