In-depth analysis of polyethylene terephthalate (PET ... “It seems that the ions pass through a kind of three-dimensional structure resembling the gel-like structure of ion-exchange membranes.” ...

In the controlled environment of the lab, the researchers studied the freezing activity of four different types of microplastics: low density polyethylene (LDPE), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl ...

Microplastics cause clouds to form in places where they wouldn't otherwise, which is likely to have knock-on effects on the ...

Clouds affect Earth's weather and climate in many ways. New research suggests that the presence of microplastic particles ...

Rather than a potential triumph, the compostable plastics we use look increasingly like a tragedy. Andy Extance looks at the ...

Microplastics can act as ice nucleating particles, potentially altering cloud formation, precipitation, and even global ...

Researchers have assessed the impact of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) particles and seawater intrusion on the microbiome of mangrove soil and then experimented with an enrichment culture to ...

To see whether microplastic fragments could serve as nuclei for water droplets, we used four of the most prevalent types of ...

They have identified a wastewater bacteria that is capable of breaking down PET (polyethylene terephthalate ... they examined ...

The formation process of plastistones involves the lithification (the process of becoming rock) of plastics, such as ...

Ryo and Kaoru recently graduated from university. During a party, they recognize their feelings for one another. The two start dating, although they hide their relationship from family and friends ...