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Scientists make concerning new discovery while studying human digestive system: 'We must develop more accurate models'

Researchers have discovered microplastics and nanoplastics in the human brain, reproductive organs, and other vital systems.
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Microplastics found to change gut microbiome in first human-sample study

New research presented today at UEG Week 2025 shows that microplastics – plastic particles smaller than 5mm commonly found in the environment – can alter the human gut microbiome, with some changes ...