The translucent, ethereal quality of the jellyfish symbolizes the hidden yet ever-present threat of microplastics in our environment. The insidious tiny plastic particles permeate our ecosystem, and the consequences of our plastic consumption have a profound impact on the natural world.

Furniture, clothing and food packaging can all shed tiny particles that can end up in our bodies.

Scientists from the University of Michigan have developed an innovative way to use NASA satellite data to track the movement of tiny pieces of plastic in the

As small as a grain of dust—but of great global significance. The word microplastics is familiar to many, but the dangers are virtually unexplored. In recent years, plastic pollution has become an ever-increasing burden on the environment. Countless videos and media reports draw attention to this problem. While the dangers of large plastic pieces for animals are impossible to overlook, there is practically nothing about the dangers posed by microplastics. But what are microplastics anyway?

A collection of new research provides more clues about where and how microplastics are spreading.

Shell is building a huge new riverside plant to make 1.8 million tons of plastic nurdles every year.

Microplastics affect human health and pollute our food, water and air. Discover the latest research and learn how to protect your health today...

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