New method detects and quantifies nanoplastics in transparent body fluids

Researchers make disturbing discovery after testing common kitchen tools: 'Still not well understood'

A new study examining the effects of microplastic exposure from plastic cutting boards has identified concerning implications for gut health. The results are alarming, but like many aspects of microplastic research, they are preliminary and "still not well understood."  What's happening? A team of researchers conducted a 12-week study by preparing food for mice using different types of cutting boards, and the findings were published in Environme…

New method for detecting nanoplastics in body fluids

Microplastics and the much smaller nanoplastics enter the human body in various ways, for example through food or the air we breathe. A large proportion is excreted, but a certain amount remains in organs, blood and other body fluids. Scientists have now been able to develop a method for detecting and quantifying nanoplastics in transparent body fluids and determining their chemical composition.

Lasers Could Help Detect Nano- and Microplastics in Bodily Fluids

Learn more about the research project that’s helping experts analyze the nanoplastics in the human body.

New method detects and quantifies nanoplastics in transparent body fluids

Microplastics and the much smaller nanoplastics enter the human body in various ways, for example through food or the air we breathe.

Study finds chewing gum might be harmful

A startling study from UCLA has found that a single piece of chewing gum could release up to 3,000 microplastic particles into your mouth. With many gums made from synthetic polymers, scientists warn of the potential health risks from frequent exposure, especially among children. The findings have sparked calls for urgent Caribbean research into everyday products, as questions grow about what else consumers might be unknowingly ingesting. Chew…

Titans of Science: Richard Thompson

Titans of Science series is back for another run. And to kick us off, marine biologist Richard Thompson, who first brought to the world's attention 20 years ago the problem that is micro - and now nano - plastic pollution... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists