The lining on the inside of a nonstick pan is made of plastic. When heated, it can release toxic fumes; when scratched, it ...

Fibres and particles from plastics have been spotted in the part of people's brains responsible for detecting scents, as documented by Brazilian scientists.

A new analysis suggests that a diet high in ultraprocessed foods may lead microplastics to accumulate in the brain, which may lead to poor cognitive health.

New research out Tuesday in the journal Human Reproduction reveals that microplastics are coming for our baby-makers, too. In ...

How microplastics form and how to limit your exposure Our health expert explains how these tiny plastic particles can have lasting impact on our surroundings ...

New research raises red flags about what all that invisible plastic might be doing to the human body. molenira – stock.adobe.com A new study in mice suggests that microplastics found in food and ...

Micro- and nanoscale plastic particles in soil and water can significantly increase how much toxic chemicals plants and human intestinal cells absorb, according to two new studies from Rutgers ...

Researchers can now see all sides of micro and nano plastic particles.

Researchers found 12 different types of plastic in placentae—with significantly higher levels in those from preterm births.

"Exposure to plastic chemicals during pregnancy has already been shown in some studies to be associated with subsequent autism in offspring," Anne-Louise Ponsonby, professor and lead researcher ...