Joshua ShavitNov 22, 2022Researchers cook up a new way to remove microplastics from waterResearchers at Princeton Engineering have found a way to turn your breakfast food into a new material that can cheaply remove microplastics.
Joshua ShavitAug 17, 2022Silk offers an alternative to some microplasticsMicroplastics, tiny particles of plastic that are now found worldwide in the air, water, and soil, are increasingly recognized.
Joseph ShavitAug 11, 2022Robotic vehicle makes studying the ocean easy and affordableMost microplastics sampling requires towing a net behind a boat at a very slow speed, which is both costly and time-consuming.
Joshua ShavitJun 26, 2022Tiny fish-shaped robot ‘swims’ around picking up microplasticsResearchers created a light-activated fish robot that “swims” around quickly, picking up and removing microplastics from the environment.
Joseph ShavitMar 24, 2022Okra and Aloe shown to remove microplastics from wastewaterOkra serves as a master thickener of stews and soups. The goo from that fruit and other plants, such as aloe can also clean wastewater.
Joshua ShavitOct 27, 2021Irish scientists discover tap water produces a protective shield against microplasticsTap water produces a natural protective shield against harmful microplastics, which can help prevent household products from releasing them.