Cigarette filters release two dozen microfibers upon first contact with water, threatening wildlife and human health.

STORY: This river in Brazil’s Sao Paulo state has one of the world’s highest concentrations of microplastic pollution, according to a new study. Its findings are raising concerns among scientists and ...

A new study by the University of Vienna shows airborne microplastic emissions are much lower than previously thought, with ...

Here, there and everywhere: Due to its minuscule size and its ease of scattering, glitter is more harmful than other sorts of microplastics. Glitter (Credit: Nika Akin / CC0 Public Domain) I’ve been ...

The atmosphere is an important transport medium that carries microplastics to even the most remote parts of the world. These microplastics can be inhaled and pose a health risk to humans and animals.

"Has now engaged the scientific community of Earth's biogeochemical cycles." Researchers sound alarm over ominous 'clouds' ...

Microplastics—tiny plastic particles—are now found in air, soil, and water, reaching plants worldwide. A new scientific study reveals they reduce photosynthesis by 7 to 12% on average, with major ...

Some of the world’s biggest fashion giants have been called out for “green-washing” following an investigation into microplastic pollution. In recent years, recycled polyester has radically changed ...

A new four-year IAEA coordinated research project (CRP) will address microplastic pollution in seafood, and the findings will help improve global microplastic monitoring and enhance understanding of ...

Microplastics reach polar regions through long-distance ocean currents, atmospheric transport, and migratory species ...

Plastic pellets spilling into Texas waters aren't staying in Texas. They're floating south and ending up on Mexican beaches, according to a new study that tracked their movement using ocean modeling ...