A meta-analysis in Neurology indicates that short-term exposure to air pollution heightens stroke risk. Short-term exposure to air pollution may be linked to an increased…
Researchers from Japan examine the presence of microplastics in cloud water and their contribution to climate change. Plastic particles less than 5 mm in size…
Researchers have highlighted the role of certain shoreline spiders, particularly long-jawed spiders, in moving mercury contamination from aquatic regions to terrestrial ecosystems. Mercury, which largely…
Household cleaning products contain hazardous VOCs, posing health risks and contributing to air pollution. Green and fragrance-free products are safer alternatives. A peer-reviewed study by…
NIH researchers combined historical air quality data with breast cancer data from large U.S. study. Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) found that…
Climate change and increases in drought and rainstorms pose serious challenges to our water management. Not only the availability of water is under pressure, but…
A recent study led by Griffith University revealed that urban stormwater particles from tire wear were the most prevalent microplastic Published in Environmental Science &…
Replacing single-use plastic cups with paper ones is problematic. Researchers at the University of Gothenburg show that a paper cup that ends up in nature…
UBC’s BioProducts Institute develops a plant-based filter, “bioCap,” that can capture nearly 99.9% of microplastic particles in water, offering a scalable and sustainable solution to…
Fluid dynamics simulations reveal how detrimental plastic particles accumulate inside the nose and at the back of the throat. Research indicates that humans could potentially…
Scientists have designed lampshades that convert indoor air pollutants into benign substances using waste heat from light bulbs, with plans to adapt this technology for…
New research identifies the composition and origins of the microplastics. Microplastic particles can be found in the marine atmosphere, even in the world’s most isolated…
PFAS are incredibly versatile chemicals. These fluorine-rich organic compounds are what make raindrops effortlessly glide off our outdoor jackets. They serve as the non-stick layer…
Scientists have developed a catalyst using single palladium atoms that can remove 90% of unburned methane from natural gas engine exhaust at low temperatures, offering…
Researchers demonstrate a way to remove the potent greenhouse gas from the exhaust of engines that burn natural gas. A new catalyst using single palladium…
Researchers have identified an alarming source of plastic pollution in Californian strawberry farms. Plastic mulch, a common tool in promoting strawberry growth, has been found…
Researchers have recently discovered two naturally-occurring bacteria capable of breaking down chlorinated “forever chemicals,” also known as PFAS. Scientists specializing in chemical and environmental engineering…
A new study reveals that plants can efficiently remove toxic gasoline fumes from indoor air. A groundbreaking study has uncovered that plants possess the ability…
