In the lab, tresearchers at the University of Edinburgh's Wallace Lab used genetically reprogrammed E. coli, which is a ...

Are recycled bottles safe? A study suggests chemical mixtures in recycled plastics might affect metabolism and hormone ...

One of the most common ways people are exposed to plastics is in the kitchen: Black plastic spatulas and other utensils may ...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - One UVA student is turning lab waste into just about anything imaginable. From plastic boxes to ...

The lining on the inside of a nonstick pan is made of plastic. When heated, it can release toxic fumes; when scratched, it ...

EcoWaste Coalition reveals toxic cadmium and phthalate in plastic tarpaulins 3 July 2025, Quezon City.  Advocates for the ...

Scientists found microplastics in fluids around human eggs and sperm. Plastics from cookware and packaging affect human fertility.

A new study finds there are 27 million metric tons of invisible plastic particles in the North Atlantic alone.

“Around 2,000 waxworms can break down an entire polyethylene bag in as little as 24 hours, although we believe that ...

In this week’s Science for All newsletter, Vasudevan Mukunth discusses new research which holds the potential to address the plastic problem by converting it into a useful drug.

Characterization techniques are essential in the plastics sector, as they ensure quality, reliability, and safety, promote ...