What's New With Microplastics & Nanoplastics This Week
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This weekly newsletter covers what has happened with microplastics and nanoplastics peer reviewed research, US regulations, news and third party reports. It is designed to be a resource for anyone is interested up to date on the topic.
Peer Reviewed Research
Liu, J. and L. Zheng (2025). "Microplastic migration and transformation pathways and exposure health risks." Environ Pollut 368: 125700.
The present review first analyzes the migration, transformation, and degradation pathways of microplastics on a global scale, and then synthesizes current knowledge on the types, sources, and migration pathways of microplastics in soil, atmosphere, and aquatic environments, emphasizing transformation mechanisms like photo-aging and microbial degradation, and detailing their ecological and human health impacts
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Madirisha, M. M., et al. (2025). "Turning the tide on microplastic pollution: Leveraging the potential of geopolymers for mitigation." Environmental Research 272 C7 - 121182.
This review examines the emerging potential of geopolymers as sustainable materials for microplastic remediation. ? 2025 The Authors
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Menichetti, A., et al. (2025). "Penetration of Microplastics and Nanoparticles Through Skin: Effects of Size, Shape, and Surface Chemistry." Journal of Xenobiotics 15(1 C7 - 6).
?In this review paper, we analyze and critically discuss the most recent scientific publications to underline how these two processes, (i) the controlled delivery of bioactive molecules by micro- and nano-structures and (ii) the unwanted and uncontrolled penetration of toxic species through the skin mediated by micro- and nanoparticles, are deeply related and their efficiency is strongly affected by the nature, size, and shape of the particles. ? 2024 by the authors.
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Seo, Y., et al. (2025). "Microplastics in soils: A comparative review on extraction, identification and quantification methods." Journal of Environmental Management 377 C7 - 124556.
This comparative review systematically examined various methods used in MP analysis from solid matrix environments, highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of each technique. ? 2025 The Authors
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Tang, K. H. D. and J. Zhou (2025). "Ecotoxicity of Biodegradable Microplastics and Bio-based Microplastics: A Review of in vitro and in vivo Studies." Environ Manage 75(3): 663-679.
This review systematically presents the ecotoxicity of the microplastics (MPs) from different biodegradable plastics and bioplastics on various animals and plants.
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Timaná Morales, M., et al. (2025). "Microplastics in marine fish: a mini-review on presence, classification, and impacts." Ecotoxicology 34(2): 169-180.
Research has revealed microplastic presence in various fish species worldwide; the most common characteristics are fibers and fragments of blue, black, and transparent colors, and polyethylene, terephthalate, polypropylene and cellophane chemical composition. Experimental studies under laboratory conditions have demonstrated microplastics impact on fish, showing physical, immunological, and hematological damage, and oxidative stress ultimately leading to organisms' death.
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Xiong, Y., et al. (2025). "Microplastic interactions with co-existing pollutants in water environments: Synergistic or antagonistic roles on their removal through current remediation technologies." J Environ Manage 376: 124355.
This review highlights state-of-the-art research related to composite water pollution caused by MPs and various pollutants, which is expected to inspire new strategies for the effective removal of multiple contaminants from the aquatic environment.
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Zhang, H., et al. (2025). "Advancements and challenges in microplastic detection and risk assessment: Integrating AI and standardized methods." Mar Pollut Bull 212: 117529.
The review highlights the potential of AI technology to enhance detection efficiency and precision.
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Zolotova, N., et al. (2025). "Microplastic effects on mouse colon in normal and colitis conditions: A literature review." PeerJ 13(2 C7 - e18880).
The aim of our review was to summarize and systematize the data on the MP effect on mice colon under normal conditions and during colitis in order to assess the role of MP in the development of intestinal diseases. Copyright 2025 Zolotova et al.
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US Microplastics News
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Microplastics Reports - Other Sources
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Microplastics Patents From Around the World
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Microplastics Third Party and Company Self Reports
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