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Plastics in our Blood? That's a problem
Plastics Are Everywhere – Even in our Bodies: Harvard Thinking Podcast Explores the Health Impacts of Microplastics Our world is awash in...
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PlasticsFatE Round Table - Translating Research into Policy and Action
A Strategic Meeting for Shaping the Future of Micro- and Nanoplastics Research and Policy On January 28, 2025, experts from academia,...
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Exciting Updates in the Latest PlasticsFatE Newsletter
The PlasticsFatE project partners are happy to announce the release of our latest newsletter ! Packed with updates, insights, and...
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PlasticsFatE Partner Dr. Dana Kühnel Attends Crucial Negotiations for the UN Global Plastics Treaty
The 5th round of negotiations (INC-5) for a Global Plastics Treaty under the framework of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)...
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Introducing FHERITALE: an invitation
Registration is open for the first FHERITALE webinar , with three expert speakers detailing the latest in micro and nano plastics in the...
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CUSP Cluster Newsletter: Final Results and Future Pathways
The 7th CUSP newsletter is here: Discover our progress and future pathways Get insights into CUSP’s recent advancements, our final...
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New Podcast Series: MNP science made short and simple
Demystifying the Science for Everyone We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the PlasticsFatE Podcasts , your new go-to resource for...
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PlasticsFatE Launches First Policy Brief: Setting the Standard for Plastic Exposure and Hazard Assessment
The PlasticsFatE project proudly announces the launch of its first policy brief, “Harmonization and Standardization in Plastic Exposure...
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PlasticsFatE Partner Joins Sister Project in Key Round Table Event: Shaping the Future of MNP Research
A not-to-be-missed event - “ Shaping the Future of Micro- and Nanoplastic Research: Connecting Science, Policy and Industry for Human...
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PlasticsFatE partners participate in a public hearing on the health impacts of plastics at the French Congress.
The final round of negotiations on the future international treaty aimed at eliminating plastic pollution will take place in South Korea...
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University of Bayreuth Hosts Successful Early Career Workshop on Microplastic Regulations
Bayreuth, Germany — November 13, 2024 The University of Bayreuth recently wrapped up a three-day workshop, “Navigating Towards...
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PlasticsFatE Researchers at FAU Win Prestigious Award for Ground-breaking Study on Microplastics' Impact on Human Cells
PlasticsFatE researchers from the Institute of Anatomy at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg have been honoured with the...
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Combatting Microplastic Pollution: CUSP’s Work Highlights the Importance of Research for Informing EU Policy
Microplastic pollution has emerged as a critical environmental challenge, with its pervasive presence threatening ecosystems and human...
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Micro- and Nanoplastics and Public Health: Key Insights and Implications
The CUSP partners have just announced the launch of the latest policy brief on the health impacts of micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs),...
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Ground-breaking Study Reveals How Micro- and Nanoplastics Affect Human Immune Cells
Plastic pollution has become a global concern, with micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs) infiltrating various ecosystems, including the human...
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MAELSTROM One Ocean, One Health Welcomes PlasticsFatE's Perspective
PlasticsFatE’s Scientific Coordinator, Rudolf Reuther, has been praised for his highly informative input to the recently held MAELSTROM...
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