A Malaysia-led research team found that treated polyethylene and polypropylene fully broke down in soil within two years, and ...

(Luis Diaz Devesa/Moment/Getty Images) One of the world's most common plastics – used in food packaging, plastic wraps, ...

Polyethylene, a widely used microplastic, may increase the risk of fatty liver disease, according to a new mouse study. Various steps, such as choosing certain food containers, may help minimize ...

New research suggests a surprising everyday exposure could quietly amplify the effects of an unhealthy diet.

Alfalfa derived nanomaterials accelerated polyethylene breakdown while supporting plant growth, suggesting plastic ...

Microplastics have become nearly impossible to avoid. They have been detected in oceans, drinking water and even the human ...

Credit: Shutterstock Researchers were surprised to find that polyethylene, one of the world’s most widely used plastics, ...

Wayfair has steep deals for the end of summer Wayfair is having a huge Summer Markdown sale, advertising up to 70% off — but ...

Researchers find that soil aging of polyethylene microplastics has only a limited effect on their interactions with organic ...

Microplastics have become nearly impossible to avoid. They have been detected in oceans, drinking water and even the human ...

A new study suggests a widely used plastic may affect liver health, although the findings have so far only been seen in mice.

Save money while preventing plastic waste with this clever wall-hanging bathroom storage DIY using a few empty water bottles ...