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Can insects munch their way through our plastic problem?

Posted on November 14, 2022November 14, 2022 by Erica Curles

The invention of plastic improved human lives in many ways, but it has also created a lot of waste. Plastic waste can take centuries to…

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    Can nanoparticles remove plastic pollution from water?

    Posted on October 17, 2022November 8, 2022 by Melisa Yashinski

    Scientists developed iron oxide nanoparticles with water-resistant coatings. They showed that microplastics in water bind to the particles,…

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      Fish behavior is affected by microplastics in water

      Posted on April 7, 2022October 24, 2022 by Erica Curles

      Microplastics and nanoplastics affect gut bacteria and neurotransmitter levels in discus fish, potentially explaining changes in fish…

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