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New study explains the effects of microplastics on organisms
A team of researchers from the Collaborative Research Centre Microplastics at the University of Bayreuth and the Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden has discovered that microplastic model particles from different manufacturers differ greatly in their physico-chemical properties, which influences their interaction with cells.
16/07/2024
The finding explains the contradictory results of previous studies on the effects of microplastics on organisms. The researchers emphasise the importance of a thorough characterisation of model particles to enable reliable risk assessments. The study also emphasises the need to better understand the complexity of microplastics and their impact on the environment.
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