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Dec 19, 20242 min read

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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Dec 18, 20242 min read

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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Dec 18, 20241 min read

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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Dec 18, 20242 min read

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...

New Podcast Series: MNP science made short and simple

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Dec 9, 20242 min read

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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Dec 9, 20243 min read

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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Nov 21, 20242 min read

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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Nov 21, 20242 min read

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...

University of Bayreuth Hosts Successful Early Career Workshop on Microplastic Regulations

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Nov 18, 20242 min read

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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Oct 17, 20242 min read

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...

Combatting Microplastic Pollution: CUSP’s Work Highlights the Importance of Research for Informing EU Policy

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Apr 30, 20242 min read

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...

Micro- and Nanoplastics and Public Health: Key Insights and Implications

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Apr 26, 20242 min read

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),...

Ground-breaking Study Reveals How Micro- and Nanoplastics Affect Human Immune Cells

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Apr 16, 20242 min read

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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Apr 9, 20242 min read

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...

CUSP: Join us at SETAC 2024 in two major sessions

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Apr 8, 20241 min read

CUSP: Join us at SETAC 2024 in two major sessions

Are you coming to SETAC EUROPE 2024? If so, don't miss CUSP partners and presentations at our two major events: The Fate and Effects of...

Exploring the Impact of Micro & Nanoplastics on Intestinal Health: Insights from Cutting-Edge Research Presented at the Society of Toxicology

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Mar 28, 20242 min read

Exploring the Impact of Micro & Nanoplastics on Intestinal Health: Insights from Cutting-Edge Research Presented at the Society of Toxicology

At the recent Society of Toxicology conference in Salt Lake City, Meike Van der Zande, a PlasticsFatE researcher from Wageningen Food...

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Mar 3, 20242 min read

Seas of Plastic - PlasticsFatE partner Gaiker explains hazards on TV

PlasticsFatE partner Alberto Katsumitis from Gaiker recently featured on the Spanish EITB TV programme Teknopolis, in which he was...

Microplastics are not microplastics – physical properties matter for their interactions with cells

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Feb 1, 20243 min read

Microplastics are not microplastics – physical properties matter for their interactions with cells

Source: University of Bayreuth, Press Release No. 014/2024, 01.02.2024 New findings from a research team at the Collaborative Research...