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New Study Finds Microplastics Strongly Adsorb Toxic Metals, Increasing Health Risks
There’s even more bad news about microplastics. Microplastics are rapidly becoming a major problem. They are the end result of poorly disposed plastic items. Discarded plastic eventually breaks down in the environment due to UV exposure, temperature changes, water exposure, or mechanical action. Ultimately, it becomes plastic “dust” that easily blows around the planet and… Continue reading New Study Finds Microplastics Strongly Adsorb Toxic Metals, Increasing Health Risks
Microplastic Pollution: Study Shows High Concentrations in Human Brain Tissue
A new report highlights the current microplastic pollution: there are significant amounts of microplastics inside all of us.
Key Insights from Prusa Research’s 2023 Sustainability Report
Prusa Research recently issued their annual Sustainability Report. Let’s take a look through it and see what we can learn.
The Rising Concern of Waste in Multimaterial 3D Printing: Solutions and Innovations
There’s a growing poop problem in 3D printing.
Zaxe Teases Game-Changing Z4 Printer to Tackle Multimaterial Speed and Waste
Zaxe is developing a mysterious solution to the multimaterial waste problem.
PHA Garden Experiment Demonstrates Biodegradability
Is there really a biodegradable 3D print material? It turns it there is at least one: PHA.
Marine Fungus Breaks Down Plastics: A Potential Solution for 3D Printer Waste?
A development in the microplastics situation has arisen, which could eventually be of interest to 3D printer operators.
Breaking Down Plastics with Bacteria: Could This Work For 3D Printing?
Researchers have developed a unique way to decompose specific plastics: with embedded bacteria.
Study Demonstrates Complete Natural Breakdown of Bio-Based Polymer
A study proves certain bio-based polymers can complete degrade in the natural environment.
Microplastics Detected in Human Placentas: Sustainable 3D Printing Materials Required
The microplastics problem is far worse than anyone suspected.
Innovative Research Offers Hope for Recycling 3D Printing Materials
There’s been another development in the science of recycling polymers that could affect 3D printing.
New Studies Linking Microplastics in Plants May Trigger Shift in 3D Printing Materials
There’s more evidence of microplastics causing negative effects, which will eventually affect 3D printing.